Sparkling Royal Jewels From Around the World
Today is the anniversary of the birth of Marjorie Merriweather Post, the heiress who became one of the most important American jewelry collectors in history. We’re celebrating her legacy with a special article at Hidden Gems today, and I’ve also got some special bonus reading pieces here—plus a little peek inside her home-turned-museum from a generous reader!
Today at Hidden Gems, my Substack newsletter, I’m sharing the fascinating story of the state dinner held at Buckingham Palace during the G7 Summit in 1977. It was President Jimmy Carter’s first trip to Buckingham Palace, and there’s lots of bejeweled interest involved. As a bonus here today, I’ve got a selection of several pieces I’ve written over the years about the jewels worn by Queen Elizabeth II to meet American presidents.
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.