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A never before seen royal copy of Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen is on display for just one week

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29th October 2025
The Royal Family is marking beloved author Jane Austen’s 250th birthday by displaying a never before seen book from Queen Victoria’s private collection. During half-term, Prince Albert’s private copy of Pride and Prejudice will be on display at Windsor Castle. While there are many books in the Royal Collection, this was in the Prince’s private library and he read aloud to Queen…
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The tragic diamond brooch that has been passed down to four queens

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11th October 2025
Queen Victoria’s jewel collection grew large during her reign, and many pieces are in both the Crown’s collection and the Monarch’s personal collection. She commissioned one of Queen Elizabeth II’s favourite brooches, one that has a tragic backstory.  Queen Victoria commissioned a chaîne de corsage from Garrard & Co in 1856 using two large diamonds that she received as a gift from…
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The Netherlands

Future queen, Catharina Amalia, heads to the States to build her royal role

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30th September 2025
Princess Catharina Amalia of the Netherlands joined her mother, Queen Maxima, for a major step forward in her royal career. The Princess of Orange joined the Dutch queen in Washington, DC to attend several UN committee meetings before the General Assembly.  Queen Maxima is the UN Secretary-General’s Special Advocate for Financial Health, a role that advocates for financial development…
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Royal News

The Duchess of Edinburgh shares a hug with a friend who just happens to be a princess

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23rd September 2025
The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh have had a busy visit to Japan with their trip taking them to Tokyo and Osaka. Sophie also had warm meeting with an old friend who happens to be a princess. The Duchess caught up with Princess Takamado, who she has known for several years. The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh were welcomed to Tokyo by the Emperor and Empress of Japan (Royal Family/…
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