
Last week, the King and Queen of the Netherlands wrapped up a state visit from the President of India with a sparkling concert in Amsterdam.
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Sparkling Royal Jewels From Around the World

Last week, the King and Queen of the Netherlands wrapped up a state visit from the President of India with a sparkling concert in Amsterdam.

In October 1957, the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh headed to Ottawa to attend the state opening of Canada’s parliament. For the occasion, the Queen wore her coronation gown with major royal diamonds.

On this day in 1959, Crown Prince Akihito of Japan married Michiko Shoda in Toyko. Today, we’re celebrating their wedding anniversary with a look at her iconic wedding tiara, which has now become a signature jewel of Japanese crown princesses.