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How a king turned an ancient tradition into a gift of flowers for his queen

it’s an ancient tradition which has been given a very personal touch by The King as his wife, Queen Camilla, represents him at one of the most important events in the royal calendar so that he can continue his cancer treatment.Monarchs have presented Maundy money for centuries and part of the ceremony is the presentation of floral nosegays to the royal guests.And although King…
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A royal rarity - an emerald engagement ring

It’s rare to see a royal engagement ring with a flash of green about it. Emeralds aren’t the most popular pick for royal betrothals but the few that have hit the headlines are all rather striking.Here’s our rundown of that rarest of royal sparklers – the emerald engagement ring.Queen Victoria’s serpent ringEngagement rings were rarely used when Queen…
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'You are not alone' - the words of the Princess of Wales to all those being treated for cancer

As she revealed that she is undergoing treatment for cancer, the Princess of Wales had words for all those undergoing similar experiences.In a heartfelt message confirming her diagnosis, the Princess reached out to those who are also being treated for the illness.Catherine said ”At this time, I am also thinking of all those whose lives have been affected by cancer. For everyone…
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The queen who fought an assassin with flowers

She was the queen who tried to save her dynasty with nothing more than a bouquet of flowers. Maria Amelia saw her husband and eldest son mortally wounded at close range in an assassination that would hasten the demise of their dynasty. She had done all she could to save the monarchy she married into but it would all come to nothing as she watched another son lose his throne just years after the…
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