The Spanish Royal Family has an historic collection of jewels, including the famous joyas de pasar (a collection worn only by the Queen of Spain).
However, there are several other pieces outside of the royal collection that are so impressive they tend to be worn only by queens. Among them is Queen Maria Cristina’s Diamond and Pearl Loop Tiara.
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