
The birthday tributes for Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom have been rolling in today, and one in particular caught my eye: the new Platinum Jubilee Barbie Doll from Mattel, released yesterday to coincide with the big royal day.
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The birthday tributes for Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom have been rolling in today, and one in particular caught my eye: the new Platinum Jubilee Barbie Doll from Mattel, released yesterday to coincide with the big royal day.

Today, the Queen celebrates her 96th birthday, surrounded by loved ones at Wood Farm on the Sandringham estate. We’re continuing our birthday tribute today with the final article in our three-part series on 96 of her glittering royal brooches. Enjoy!

Our birthday tribute to the Queen—a survey of 96 of her gorgeous royal brooches—continues this afternoon with 32 more jewels from her collection.

The Queen celebrates a remarkable birthday tomorrow: she turns 96 years old. I always like to add a little bejeweled spin to the festivities, so this morning, this afternoon, and tomorrow morning, we’re going to be surveying 96 brooches from her collection. Enjoy the first part of this little tour through the Queen’s brooches—and know that this selection isn’t even close to all of them!