
Elegant, balanced, and packed with sparkling diamonds: it’s easy to see why generations of the British royal family have loved the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland Tiara. Let’s dig into the tiara’s history today.
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Elegant, balanced, and packed with sparkling diamonds: it’s easy to see why generations of the British royal family have loved the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland Tiara. Let’s dig into the tiara’s history today.

We recently discussed the gorgeous diamond brooches owned by the grand ducal family of Luxembourg, and researching that post made me think of another favorite diamond floral brooch: the gorgeous diamond rose brooch from the magnificent Braganza Parure.

We learned late last year that two magnificent tiaras made in the reign of Queen Victoria would soon be going on display at Kensington Palace, and on Friday, the public will finally see them sparkling in action. And even better—there’s a surprise third royal tiara involved! Here’s the scoop on the jewels you’ll see in the palace’s revamped “Victoria Revealed” exhibition.