![The Dutch royal family attends a gala dinner at the Austrian Embassy, May 1961](https://i0.wp.com/www.thecourtjeweller.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/2021-0803-irene03.jpg?resize=1200%2C891&ssl=1)
In the spring of 1961, the Dutch royal family welcomed the President of Austria to the Netherlands for a state visit. During the trip, the Dutch princesses brought out a whole lot of sparkle. Today, our Sparkling Spotlight shines on aquamarine jewels worn by Princess Irene during the visit.