Sparkling Royal Jewels From Around the World
Among the many magnificent jewels worn by the Princess Royal, few have as exciting a British royal provenance as her sapphire and diamond cluster brooch. Although some of the details about this piece are murky, it seems very likely that it originates with one of the most influential of her ancestors: Prince Albert, consort to Queen Victoria.
Today, Archduchess Adelaide, the French-born wife of a European prince closely related to royals in Austria, Belgium, Luxembourg, and Liechtenstein, celebrates her birthday. To mark the occasion, let’s take a look back at the romantic royal jewels she wore for her wedding back in 2012.
In April 2017, King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain made a state visit to Japan, where they were hosted by Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko for a glittering state banquet. Today’s Sparkling Spotlight shines on the diamonds and sapphires worn by Letizia for the dinner.