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This was the most eventful coronation in history but it probably got left out of a very famous piece of art

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16th October 2025
When the Bayeux Tapestry comes to England for the first time in almost 1,000 years, it will contain a cliff hanger. For the famous work of art is almost just as famous for its missing ending. Historians have long speculated that the final part most likely contained a representation of the coronation of William the Conqueror as King of England. And it would have been a great ending – for this…
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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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Queen Camilla wishes an eternity of 'impossibly handsome men' for her friend, Dame Jilly Cooper, who has died at the age of 88

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6th October 2025
The Queen has wished for an eternity of ‘impossibly handsome men’ for her friend, Dame Jilly Cooper, who has died at the age of 88. In a very personal and fulsome tribute to the best selling author, Queen Camilla said she hoped her ”hereafter” would also contain devoted dogs. The two were friends for many years and were last seen together at The Queen’s Reading…
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On the eve of his accession, Luxembourg's soon to be Grand Duke is immortalised on canvas

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2nd October 2025
The first official painted portraits of Luxembourg’s soon to be ruler have been released on the anniversary of his accession. With just hours to go until Prince Guillaume becomes Grand Duke, three paintings have been unveiled which will act as official portraits of the new Head of State and of his consort, Princess Stephanie. Louise Pragnell. Cour Grand Ducale The first shows…
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