The Duchess of Connaught, the photograph was taken at the Coronation of King George V 1911, 1865-1936.
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Queen Alexandra’s wedding gift to Princess Royal Mary | Countess Harewood Lascelles
Queen Alexandra’s Aquamarine Cloak Clasp|Faberge Brooch |England Royal Jewel History
A previously undisclosed Fabergé Brooch emerged into public view when Queen Camilla adorned herself with a heritage piece of Queen Alexandra on the 11th of March, in celebration of Commonwealth Day. This remarkable piece revealed two portions of what are three components of a royal Fabergé Cloak Clasp.
The tradition of gifting, particularly for occasions such as birthdays and Easter, saw her receiving numerous presents from her sister, Empress Marie Feodorovna of Russia. The Empress held a particular preference for the exquisite craftsmanship of Fabergé for such esteemed events.
Countess Strathmore Diamond Jewels Marriage Bridal Jewels Wedding Gift in 1881| British Royal Jewels
Wedding diamonds from Count Glamis, later Count of Strathmore and Kinghorne, to Cecilia Cavendish-Bentinck- two inwinded hearts in diamonds with a crown as pendant, large brooch, worn on the wedding of the Duke and Duchess of York in 1923 Countess Strathmore Diamond Jewels Marriage Bridal Jewels Wedding Gift in 1881 |
Raspberry Pip Topaz and Diamond Brooch | Queen Elizabeth II. Diamonds Queens Jewels| England
One or two brooches of the late Queen Elizabeth II?
Raspberry Pip Topaz and Diamond Brooch | Queen Elizabeth II. Diamonds Queens Jewels| England
Cartier Halo Diamond Tiara | Gift to Queen Mother when she was Duchess of York | Diamond Scroll Tiara
The Halo Tiara worn by Queen Elizabeth in 1936, Princess
Margaret in 1954, Princess Anne in 1972, and The Duchess of Cambridge, now the Princess of Wales on her wedding day,
29 April 2011.
Sapphire and Diamond Brooch with Laurel Wreath Border | Duchess of York | Royal Wedding Presents from Queen Mother | Diamond Jewelry of Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother
In 1923, Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyons, the future Duchess of York, received an array of splendid gifts for her wedding. Among these was a remarkable sapphire and diamond brooch.
This exquisite piece was bestowed upon her by her husband’s aunt, Princess Louise, the Princess Royal (daughter of King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra), and Princess Louise’s daughter, Maud.
Queen Mother’s Carved Rock and Diamond Art deco Brooch Pendant| England Great Britain| Royal Wedding Gift in 1923
A mystery is solved.
Long time, nothing was known about the history of Elizabeth the Queen Mothers, carved rock crystal art deco brooch.
The eagle-eyed Frank had sent me a note from the August 1923 about Queen mother’s style.
And an earlier press story was found, from the May, one month after the royal wedding.
In the splendid year of 1923, a momentous occasion unfolded as Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyons, the destined Duchess of York, was graced with an array of resplendent treasures to embellish her wedding. Among these treasures, a remarkable Art Deco Pendant Brooch shone with unparalleled brilliance.
During the enchanting month of May in that very year, the spotlight of the press was cast upon a distinctive trend inaugurated by the Duchess of York – a trend that would captivate the realm of fashion.
A pendant of exquisite square-shaped crystal emerged as the centrepiece, its delicate contours accentuated by an almost imperceptible rim of onyx adorned with diamonds. This captivating pendant, suspended by an ornate loop that echoed its elegance, hung gracefully from a black moiré ribbon interlaced with crystal beads, all united by a platinum chain of utmost sophistication.
Among the trove of gifts bestowed upon the royal bride, a novelty of striking originality emerged – a purse of singular design. Its circular form, enveloped in ebony moiré, boasted a circumference bejeweled [with probably useable with that brooch ),that sparkled like stars.
That pendant brooch could be used also as: onyx and carved crystal clasp, a masterpiece of artistry, secured this objet d’art, which was further graced by its attachment to an onyx slave bangle.
In a realm where precious gems symbolize significant occasions, the Duchess of York ingeniously transformed her pendant into a resplendent headpiece, a magnificent homage to the grandeur of her visit to Australia during the illustrious Royal Tour of 1927.
As time waltzed on and the pages of history turned, the radiant reign of Elizabeth the Queen Mother drew to a close, but her legacy endured.
The carved rock crystal brooch, once worn with regal grace, found a new wearer upon the graceful form of Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall. With remarkable frequency, this treasure adorned her on diverse royal occasions, etching its presence into the annals of history. It gleamed proudly on the grand stage of Queen Elizabeth II’s 60th reign jubilee, as well as during the dignified ceremonies of parliamentary openings, a silent testament to the enduring elegance that transcends generations.
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Thank you to Franck!
Sapphire and Diamond Art Deco Brooch| Mary Princess Royal Jewellery| Viscountess Lascelles | Countess Harewood| Windsor British Royal Jewels
Kent Diamond Brooch – Royal Rectangular Diamond Brooch
The wedding gift from Queen Mary to her daughter in law – Princess Marina of Greece, Duchess of Kent in 1934 and one of the principal presents was:
Rectangular diamond brooch with a ruby and diamond bow ornament diagonally across it>>
The brooch was not seen later in public, but Queen Mary was a collector of interesting jewels. Sometimes from her family or other heirlooms.
I believe the Duchess of Kent sold the brooch later without the double ruby bow, after the early death of the Duke of Kent, when she needs money, back to the royal family.
It is very similar to the brooch which was worn by Camilla, the Queen Consort at Royal Ascot 2023 and before at Christmas 2022 Sandringham.