Jessica Storoschuk

How many sapphires are there in the Imperial State Crown?

8th September 2021

The Imperial State Crown is one of the most popular royal crowns, not only in Britain but across the globe. Given that September’s birthstone is September, it is the perfect time to look at the two historic sapphires set in the Imperial State Crown.St. Edward’s Sapphire is one of the notable sapphires in the State Crown. It is an octagonal, rose-cut sapphire and sits in the cross at…

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Duchess of Cornwall gains new patronage in Africa

By Jessica Storoschuk

8th September 2021

The Duchess of Cornwall has taken up a new patronage in Africa in a cause close to her heart. She is now the patron of The Mirabel Centre in Lagos, Nigeria. The Duchess of Cornwall has long supported causes related to domestic abuse and sexual assault. She has taken on…

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Portrait of Queen 'looking like a corgi' to feature in Lucien Freud Exhibition

By Jessica Storoschuk

27th August 2021

The Queen is one of the most popular portrait subjects across the world. However, portraits of Her Majesty are often scrutinised far more than anyone else’s. Lucien Freud’s 2001 portrait of her, “Queen Elizabeth II”, is one of the most divisive royal portraits…

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Fashion Favourite: Princess Margaret and Christian Dior

By Jessica Storoschuk

21st August 2021

Christian Dior is one of the most famous names in fashion. For over seventy years, “Dior” has been synonymous with fashion, and Dior exhibitions across the globe continue to draw record-breaking numbers of visitors. However, when his collection first debuted in February of 1947, many people still questioned the New Look. Dior triumphed in the end though, as he quickly gained many notable…

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Queen in all but name: the royal mistress who ruled a controversial king

By Jessica Storoschuk

17th August 2021

Charles II, the Merry Monarch, had several different mistresses. However, one of these mistresses stands out from the rest for several reasons- Barbara Villiers. John Evelyn pronounced her the “curse of the nation”, and she would hold sway over the Restoration court for…

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Arabella Churchill - mistress and ancestress of popular royal

By Jessica Storoschuk

16th August 2021

King James II tends to be largely ignored. Following his brother’s long Restoration reign and removal during the Glorious Revolution for his Protestant daughter and son-in-law, his reign can feel like a footnote in a lot of discussions. And unfortunately, those in his life…

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Diane de Poitiers - the older mistress as an unofficial adviser

By Jessica Storoschuk

10th August 2021

There have been countless French royal mistresses throughout the centuries, but some are better known than others. Diane de Poitiers was brought back into the spotlight in teen drama Reign in 2013 but has largely been forgotten in favour of later mistresses. This sixteenth-century noblewoman was not only a loyal companion to the king but established in her own right. Diane was born on 9…

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4,600-Year-Old Egyptian Pharaoh's boat has a new home

By Jessica Storoschuk

10th August 2021

Although the Egyptian Pharaoh Khufu reigned over 4,000 years ago, he has maintained his status in the after-life. His solar boat has made the news, after being carefully moved several kilometres to a new museum. After seeing 22 royal mummies moved to their new home in April…

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Prince Charles celebrates special railway anniversary on Scottish trip

By Jessica Storoschuk

9th August 2021

The Prince of Wales was in the Highlands on Sunday, 8 August, to celebrate a historic anniversary. He visited Dunrobin Castle, most of which dates back to the mid-nineteenth century, and Dunrobin Castle Station. Prince Charles, known as The Duke of Rothesay in Scotland…

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The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester attend Chelsea Pensioners Founder's Day Parade

By Jessica Storoschuk

6th August 2021

The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester have been out on an engagement while many of the royals are off for holidays. The pair visited the Royal Hospital Chelsea to attend the annual Founder’s Day Parade with the Duke there as the Reviewing Officer. The Royal Hospital Chelsea is the home of the Chelsea Pensioners. The Chelsea Pensioners, known for their striking scarlet coats, are retired…

How many sapphires are there in the Imperial State Crown?

Duchess of Cornwall gains new patronage in Africa

Portrait of Queen 'looking like a corgi' to feature in Lucien Freud Exhibition

Fashion Favourite: Princess Margaret and Christian Dior

Queen in all but name: the royal mistress who ruled a controversial king

Arabella Churchill - mistress and ancestress of popular royal

Diane de Poitiers - the older mistress as an unofficial adviser

4,600-Year-Old Egyptian Pharaoh's boat has a new home

Prince Charles celebrates special railway anniversary on Scottish trip

The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester attend Chelsea Pensioners Founder's Day Parade

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