Prince PhilipQueen Elizabeth II

The Queen's loving nod to Prince Philip on his 99th birthday

He’s been at her side for over seven decades and as the Duke of Edinburgh marks his 99th birthday, the Queen added a special tribute to the celebratory photograph. For the picture, taken at Windsor Castle, Her Majesty wore the Cullinan V brooch with its famous heart shaped diamond. The brooch is one of the Queen’s favourite pieces. It’s been part of her collection since 1953…
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InterestsSweden

May Jewels: Sweden's rare emeralds

Sweden’s emerald collection may be few, but they make up for it in their beauty. From older pieces to the newest tiara, we take a look at Sweden’s rare emeralds. There are a large emerald necklace and two brooches that are seen on the Swedish royal ladies that…
FeaturesHistory

One of Britain's most famous tiaras is stolen

The Portland Tiara, commissioned for a duchess to wear at a glittering and hugely important royal occasion, has been stolen. The diadem, made by Cartier in 1902 ahead of the coronation of King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra, was taken on Tuesday night from the gallery where it is on display. Thieves broke into the Portland Collection Gallery on the Welbeck Estate in Worksop, Nottinghamshire…
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