Royal News

The tiara worn by a groundbreaking ruler to abdicate her throne

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26th August 2024
Queen Margrethe of Denmark made history in January 2024 when she was the first Danish monarch to abdicate in almost 900 years. At her last New Year’s Levee, she wore one of her favourite historic tiaras. Queen Margrethe chose the Pearl Poiré Tiara for her last New Year’s Levee. This diamond and pearl tiara has eighteen large pear-shaped pearls hanging from diamond arches with floral…
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Queen Margrethe opens new exhibit on Royal Yacht

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9th February 2022
Since 1932, the Royal Yacht Dannebrog has functioned as a floating castle for the Danish Royal Family. The ship is thus celebrating its 90th anniversary as an official and private residence for the royal family on summer cruises in Denmark, or on overseas official visits. To mark this occasion, Queen Margrethe of Denmark, has opened an exhibition of the yacht`s history. At the official…
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King Harald comments on Sami people’s letter to Queen Margrethe

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25th October 2021
Earlier in October, it was revealed that the Norwegian Sami Parliament sent a letter to Queen Margrethe of Denmark asking for help in returning a special artefact – a Sami drum that was confiscated after a witchcraft trial in 1692. The drum has created controversy between Norway’s indigenous people and Denmark. Sami Parliament President, Aili Keskitalo, asked the Danish Queen for her…
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Queen Margrethe delighted with surprise concert for her 81st birthday

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19th April 2021
Her Majesty Queen Margrethe of Denmark turned 81 years old on 16 April 2021, a birthday which again was marked differently. Queen Margrethe spent the day at Fredensborg Castle, where her birthday was celebrated privately. Even though a small private celebration was held, many had turned up in the hope of getting a look at the Queen and she did not disappoint. She surprised those present by…
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