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The Bayeux Tapestry is on its way to England: this is why I think it's the perfect way to tell history to a new audience

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15th October 2025
In just under a year’s time, London will be the setting for one of the most famous pieces of royal history of all. The Bayeux Tapestry, which tells the story of how William the Conqueror won the throne of England at Hastings and changed the country forever, will go on show at the British Museum in the autumn of 2026. It’s the first time it will ever have been displayed in England. And…
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The aquamarine tiara that is a treasured favourite for one royal family

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11th October 2025
The Dutch Royal Family has a fairly impressive collection in their jewellery vaults, including a number of historic tiaras. However, one of their more modern tiaras remains a versatile favourite, Queen Juliana’s Aquamarine Parure Tiara.  Queen Juliana’s Aquamarine Parure is not a true parure or set- the tiara, two necklaces, earrings, and brooch were not made as a set but rather are…
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Luxembourg's royals get ahead of history as they switch up their website before throne is handed over

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3rd October 2025
The royal family of Luxembourg got ahead of history as the country’s throne changed hands. Grand Duke Henri abdicated in favour of his eldest son, Guillaume, at 10am on October 3 2025. However, at least five minutes before he signed the document marking the end of his reign, the modern chronicle of his royal dynasty had moved on. The official webpage of the Grand Ducal Court placed…
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This is the throne of Europe's newest ruler: Luxembourg's soon to be Grand Duke has chosen an historic piece

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2nd October 2025
The throne that will be used by the newest ruler in Europe has been unveiled just hours before he takes power. Prince Guillaume is set to become Grand Duke of Luxembourg on the morning of October 3 2025 when his father, Henri, steps aside in his favour, With the final countdown under way, the Luxembourg royals unveiled a key part of the start of Guillaume’s reign: his throne. The future…
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