Sparkling Royal Jewels From Around the World
Last weekend, a piece of antique jewelry once worn by the iconic Diana, Princess of Wales made its first public appearance since its auction last year on a red carpet in Los Angeles. Here’s a look at the history of the amethyst cross, and its first outing with its new owner.
Happy Independence Day to my fellow Americans! The Fourth of July is a day when we mark our national independence from Britain, but I thought it was also a perfect day to highlight a fascinating bejeweled moment from our enduring special relationship. Let’s have a closer look at the jewels worn by Jacqueline Kennedy and Queen Elizabeth II for a dinner at Buckingham Palace in June 1961. (Want to read an ad-free version of today’s article? It’s up now for subscribers over at Hidden Gems!)
Today is the anniversary of the birth of one of the greatest jewelry-lovers of the 20th century: Dame Elizabeth Taylor, the iconic actress and philanthropist. In her honor, we’re taking a closer look today at one of her most fantastic and beloved jewelry pieces: the Elizabeth Taylor Diamond Ring.