European Royals

Emeralds and peacocks: how a striking tiara became a star royal jewel

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1st November 2024
The emerald features in some of the most striking royal tiaras and necklaces currently used by ruling houses around Europe. Among the most historic are the tiaras dominated by that stone which are owned by the Luxembourg Grand Ducal Family.Chaumet Emerald TiaraThe Chuamet Emerald Tiara is an Art Deco-style tiara made with intricate diamond-scroll designs and featuring a large central…
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Features

This is the stunning ruby tiara that was given to a future queen by one of the world's richest men

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29th October 2024
It’s a striking and colourful tiara that has only ever been worn publicly by one royal and it has a fascinating history. For it was presented to a princess to mark her marriage to a man who hoped to become a king but had no guarantee he would ever wear a crown. Their marriage was one of the most tumultuous and important royal unions of recent history and it was sealed with a sparkling gift…
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Royal News

King Charles and Queen Camilla praise Australia and Samoa for "the warmest of welcomes" as tour comes to an end

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26th October 2024
King Charles and Queen Camilla have released a new statement as their official visits to Australia and Samoa end.Their message, accompanied by a new photograph, expresses their thanks “to both nations for the warmest of welcomes and for the countless fond memories we will carry in our hearts for many years to come.”The royal couple continues: “Even when we are far apart in distance…
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Spain

Princess Leonor receives a new title

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25th October 2024
Add a new title to the long list attached to Princess Leonor’s name: she’s now the honorary mayor of Oviedo.In a ceremony ahead of the annual Princess of Asturias Awards, the future queen of Spain received the title to highlight her connection to the city that hosts…
Royal News

Crown Princess Mette-Marit goes on sick leave

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23rd October 2024
Crown Princess Mette-Marit has gone on sick leave due to medicinal side effects.The Norwegian Royal, who last week shared that she has restarted treatments for her chronic lung disease, will be off work for at least a week, according to the Royal Court.In a brief statement, the Court shared: “Due to side effects of the medicines the Crown Princess must take for her chronic lung…
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