Sparkling Royal Jewels From Around the World
Queen Elizabeth II wasn’t an enormous fan of amethysts—her collection only included a few pieces of jewelry set with the royal purple gemstone. But the most prominent amethyst piece in her jewelry box, a brooch that belonged to Queen Victoria’s mother, was a firm favorite. Today, we’ve got a look at a rare appearance from the complete Kent Amethyst Brooch, during the late Queen’s 1991 state visit to the United States.
For today’s Wedding Tiara Wednesday article, we’re covering the royal jewels from a wedding with no tiara at all—but lots of interesting royal diamonds! Let’s delve into the jewels worn by Queen Victoria to marry Prince Albert in 1840.
Time for a surprise bonus article for this Shrove Tuesday, featuring the Princess of Wales, a new pair of earrings, and (of course!) pancakes.