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As heads of state gathered in Belgium for a summit, there were meetings, speeches and photo calls. And in the middle of them all was a princess who, in another life, might be getting ready to take the throne of Great Britain. Two centuries ago, King Charles might well have been looking over his shoulder. Now, this claim is really a matter of history. In fact, the royal in question isn’t even…

It’s among the most unusual pieces in any royal collection and, in recent years, it’s acquired a reputation as the go to tiara for Sweden’s royal brides. The diadem now known as ‘the Cameo’ has a long and romantic history. And since Queen Silvia and Crown Princess Victoria both wore it for their wedding, it’s become the tiara associated with the most royal of…

King Charles III has now reigned for a year. His Majesty was the longest serving heir to the throne in recorded history, holding the position for over seventy years. Now, the line to what is his throne is the longest in the world with thousands in it, including monarchs of other nations. The path to the throne of King Charles III contains many names but the main focus falls on the few dozen…