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Princess Madeleine’s Sparkling Gala Earrings in New York City

11.18.2024 by thecourtjeweller // Leave a Comment

Princess Madeleine of Sweden attends the the World Childhood Foundation's 25th Anniversary Gala in New York on November 14, 2024 (Charles Guerin/Abaca Press/Alamy) — Princess Madeleine of Sweden attends the the World Childhood Foundation’s 25th Anniversary Gala in New York on November 14, 2024 (Charles Guerin/Abaca Press/Alamy)

On Thursday, Princess Madeleine sparkled in statement earrings in New York to celebrate a milestone anniversary for one of the Queen of Sweden’s signature projects.

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Bonus Reading: Royal Engagement Rings of Europe’s Queens

11.16.2024 by thecourtjeweller // Leave a Comment

The Duke of Brabant and Mathilde d'Udekem d'Acoz hold a press conference after their engagement announcement, September 1999 (screencapture) — The Duke of Brabant and Mathilde d’Udekem d’Acoz hold a press conference after their engagement announcement, September 1999 (screencapture)

Today at Hidden Gems, I shared an extensive write-up on the jewels and the drama surrounding the engagement of King Philippe and Queen Mathilde in Belgium a quarter of a century ago. As a bonus, I’ve got a roundup of royal engagement ring content from the flurry of announcements from reigning monarchs in the years that followed immediately after Philippe and Mathilde’s engagement. Enjoy!

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Antique Royal Tiaras and Jewels Smash Auction Estimates at Sotheby’s

11.15.2024 by thecourtjeweller // Leave a Comment

The auctioneer’s hammer has officially fallen on the magnificent Royal & Noble Jewels sale at Sotheby’s in Geneva, and today, I’ve got a look at the sale results for each of the glittering, historical pieces of jewelry that we’ve discussed here over the past several weeks. Spoiler: estimates were smashed.

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