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The pretty little tiara shared around by queens and princesses

It’s not one of the grandest tiaras in the royal vaults but it comes laden with sentimental meaning for its family and it’s just been presented to a princess by her devoted grandma who also happens to be one of the most important monarchs their dynasty has ever produced. Meet the bandeau that binds generations of royal women together and which now belongs to Princess Isabella of…
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The pretty little box that hides a scandalous royal story

It was a gift of love that entertained a king but which displeased a queen so much that she made sure it was returned to sender. However, the woman at the heart of the scandal made sure it returned to within royal walls. he Edwardians: Age of Elegance is a new major exhibition that has opened at The King’s Gallery, Buckingham Palace. While the exhibition includes several historic pieces…
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The sweet and poignant story behind Queen Camilla's jewel pick for special wedding anniversary

Queen Camilla chose a very important piece of jewellery for a really special day. As she and King Charles marked twenty years of marriage, The Queen wore a stunning turquoise necklace that once belonged to her mother. Royal Family Instagram still/ fair use The necklace was worn by Queen Camilla for the State Banquet held during the State Visit to Italy. The Queen also wore a pair of turquoise…
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One of Rome's most beautiful buildings just played host to King Charles and Queen Camilla and it already has a royal past

King Charles and Queen Camilla’s historic wedding anniversary portraits were taken in a place already packed with royal history. The portraits were taken at Villa Wolkonsky, the current official residence of the British Ambassador to Italy. The gorgeous building has its own royal connections.  Chris Getty/ Buckingham Palace Princess Zinaida Aleksandrovna Volkonskaya, a Russian…
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