Sparkling Royal Jewels From Around the World
Our look back at some of the jewels worn over the recent weeks of the new year continues today with an outing by Queen Camilla in Norfolk, wearing a special brooch that may be linked to three generations of the King’s maternal ancestors.
We’re keeping the birthday celebrations for the Princess of Wales rolling today both at Hidden Gems and The Court Jeweller. As a bonus today, I’ve got a roundup of several articles published to celebrate Kate’s birthday in recent years—including her bridal tiara, more tiara collections, and Diana-related jewels. Enjoy!
Happy Birthday to the Princess of Wales! As Catherine celebrates another trip around the sun, I’m adding to the festivities today with another look at some bejeweled options for her on the horizon. Last year, we surveyed some of the jewels of Diana, Princess of Wales that Kate could soon wear, and today, we’re looking at another special group of royal jewels: the pieces from the Queen Mother’s Greville Bequest. We’ve already seen Princess Catherine wearing some of the sparkling jewels from the collection, and I’ve got a roundup today of the ones I’d like to see her wear next!
Today at Hidden Gems, my Substack newsletter, I’m sharing the fascinating story of the state dinner held at Buckingham Palace during the G7 Summit in 1977. It was President Jimmy Carter’s first trip to Buckingham Palace, and there’s lots of bejeweled interest involved. As a bonus here today, I’ve got a selection of several pieces I’ve written over the years about the jewels worn by Queen Elizabeth II to meet American presidents.
Happy New Year, everyone! I hope you’ve been having a wonderful holiday celebration season, and you’re refreshed and ready for 2025. The royals will be back in the swing of things shortly, and I’ve got a preview today of some of the sparkle we can expect over the course of the coming year.