Denmark

The historic emerald tiara that can never leave the country of its queen

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20th February 2024
he Danish Royal Family counts just one emerald tiara in their collection, but it’s a stunning piece that features 67 emeralds and over 2,600 diamonds. Let’s take a look at the Danish Emerald Parure Tiara.King Christian VIII commissioned an emerald parure for his wife, Queen Caroline Amelie, on their anniversary. The 67 emeralds featured in the tiara date back to the 1700s; some come from a…
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Queen Margrethe becomes award winner

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4th February 2024
Queen Margrethe has won a prestigious arts award for her work on an acclaimed film.Just weeks after her abdication, Her Majesty was presented with the Robert Award for Costume Designer of the Year for ‘Ehrengard – The Art of Seduction’.The trophy and certificate were given to Queen Margrethe at her home at Amalienborg in Copenhagen.Her Majesty said ”I am deeply…
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Denmark's new king attends parliamentary reception on first full day of reign

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15th January 2024
The King and Queen of Denmark have attended a reception at the country’s parliament as a brand new reign gets under way.On a snowy morning in Copenhagen, King Frederik X and Queen Mary arrived at the parliament where Queen Margrethe was waiting to greet them.Their Majesties were welcomed by dignitaries as well as family members on this first official event of the reign of Frederik…
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King Frederik X's special gift to youngest children

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14th January 2024
King Frederik X has bestowed his children with a special gift as he marks the beginning of his reign: Princess Isabella, Prince Vincent and Princess Josephine have all been named Knights of the Order of the Elephant.This tradition has been long-held within Denmark…
Denmark

Sealed with a kiss: the crowning moment of a day of history for King Frederik and Queen Mary of Denmark

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14th January 2024
The King and Queen of Denmark sealed the start of a new reign with a lingering kiss during a balcony appearance.King Frederik and Queen Mary were greeted with huge cheers as they kissed just minutes after the proclamation of the new reign.The couple had held hands and hugged as they appeared before tens of thousands waiting for them at Christiansborg Palace in Copenhagen.Less than an…
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