The Netherlands

The dazzling tiara that remained hidden for decades and is now a favourite of a queen

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22nd January 2024
It’s perhaps the most talked about tiara in the Dutch royal collection and it was chosen by Queen Maxima for and official portrait to mark a moment of history. The queen wears it in a set of photos marking the tenth anniversary of the accession of her husband, Willem-Alexander, as King of the Netherlands. And this diadem packs plenty of history for some truly historic pictures. The Stuart…
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Denmark

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, where, upon the accession of the monarch, their children are made Knights of the Order of the Elephant. On their 18th birthdays…
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Denmark

The new line of succession in Denmark

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14th January 2024
King Frederik X has now ascended the throne of Denmark. The new monarch had been the longest serving heir in Europe and the last time the line of succession in his realm altered was a decade ago. Let’s take a look at the updated list, the first line of succession to the throne of King Frederik X. Crown Prince Christian The new Crown Prince only celebrated his 18th birthday last October, at…
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Denmark

"United, bound, to the Kingdom of Denmark” - King Frederik X's royal motto

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14th January 2024
King Frederik X promised to be “a gathering king of tomorrow” in his accession speech. Speaking from the balcony at Christiansborg Palace moments after his proclamation, King Frederik paid tribute to his mother and vowed to give his all to Denmark. Reflecting on the historic reign of Queen Margrethe, the King said that “For half a century, she has kept track of the times with our…
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