Royal News

The tiara worn by a groundbreaking ruler to abdicate her throne

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26th August 2024
Queen Margrethe of Denmark made history in January 2024 when she was the first Danish monarch to abdicate in almost 900 years. At her last New Year’s Levee, she wore one of her favourite historic tiaras.Queen Margrethe chose the Pearl Poiré Tiara for her last New Year’s Levee. This diamond and pearl tiara has eighteen large pear-shaped pearls hanging from diamond arches with floral…
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Queen Camilla

A day at the races for Queen Camilla

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25th August 2024
Queen Camilla was in York this weekend to fit another race into her summer schedule before the Royal Family, the Prime Minister, and others are set to visit Balmoral in Scotland.The Queen was at York Racecourse to take in the last day of the Ebor Festival (21 to 24…
British Royals

The turquoise tiara beloved of Princess Margaret

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25th August 2024
Princess Margaret was one of the most fashionable royals of the 20th century and her tiaras helped to cement her glamorous role. An unusual and striking turquoise Tiara is one of those jewels. Queen Mary originally bought this diamond and Persian turquoise tiara as part of a set from Garrard; the set also included a necklace, a brooch, and earrings. She had an upper row of diamonds removed…
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Denmark

King Frederik and Queen Mary wrap up successful summer cruise

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23rd August 2024
King Frederik and Queen Mary had a busy final day of their summer cruise on Thursday when they spent the day in Vejle Municipality. They were welcomed by waving crowds, complete with Danish flags, throughout the day.The King and Queen began their day at the town hall where they were officially welcomed.View this post on Instagram A post shared by DET DANSKE…
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Queen Camilla's Reading Room donates books to Liverpool library following riots

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22nd August 2024
The Queen’s Reading Room has gifted books to the Spellow Library in Liverpool as the organisation is beginning to rebuild. The Spellow Library Hub was set on fire on 3 August during riots in Liverpool. The popular library was a busy community gathering place and supported many different groups. The Queen’s Reading Room, Queen Camilla’s online book club that promotes community and…
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