When the jewels of queens and princesses have enormous value. Yes, but emotional

The royals are known for their precious jewels. We often see them show off fabulous sets of diamonds, rubies or sapphires, often donated or inherited from ancient rulers, yet they too do not hide their predilection for more discreet creations. Or, if we want, that they have a personal meaning of affection for them.

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Mary of Denmark: discovering all the jewels in her treasure chest, now that she is queen

The new sovereign now has at her disposal heirlooms of great historical and emotional value which have the characteristic of being firmly linked to the throne of Denmark. A heritage of which Mary became the worthy guardian after Margrethe II

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Already Lady Diana, in July 1983, a few weeks after the birth of her first-born William, she was spotted with a medal around her neck with her son's name engraved on it. According to many, it would have been a gift from her then husband Carlo.

Charles and Diana July 1983

Charles and Diana, July 1983

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What is certain is that the tendency to entrust pendants, bangles and necklaces with the task of safeguarding references and messages to the people closest to us seems to bring together many crowned heads. From Kate Middleton, known for her chokers with the initials of her children to Camilla, through Mary of Denmark, Queen Maxima, Beatrice of York and many others, here, below, is a roundup of the most loving jewels ladies royal.

Kate Middleton's pendants dedicated to her children

The Princess of Wales boasts several jewels imbued with loving meanings. One of these is the 9-karat gold choker by Daniella Draper, embellished with three pendants with the initials of her children: «G» For George, «C» For Charlotte And “L” For Louis.

Kate Middleton

Kate Middleton

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The detail of Kate Middleton's choker.

The detail of Kate Middleton's choker.

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Kate Middleton's medal engraved with her children's initials

Another precious item, always dedicated to the children, is the necklace with a maxi medal engraved with the initials of the three children in italics and three stars. A personalized jewel, signed Daniella Draper.

Kate Middleton

Kate Middleton

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The detail of Kate Middleton's medal.

The detail of Kate Middleton's medal.

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Kate Middleton's mini medals with her children's initials

One of the princess's most famous jewels is undoubtedly the 14-karat gold choker with three medals, signed All the Falling Stars, engraved with the initials of her three children.

Kate Middleton

Kate Middleton

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A detail of Kate Middleton's three medals.

A detail of Kate Middleton's three medals.

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Camilla's medal dedicated to her grandchildren

Excluding the most formal events, where the sovereign shows off very precious parures, on many, many, other occasions it is easy to see King Charles' wife wearing this choker embellished with a gold-plated medal engraved with the initials of his grandchildren. That is to say: “L” For Lola, «F» For Freddy, «G» For Gus, «L» For Louis And “AND” For Eliza. In the center, a ruby, the stone associated with his birth month, July.

Queen Camilla with King Charles

Queen Camilla with King Charles

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A detail of Camilla's necklace.

A detail of Camilla's necklace.

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Meghan Markle's choker dedicated to her husband

Harry's wife, like Kate Middleton, also owns several jewels imbued with meanings and affectionate references. One of the first spotted is this letter choker «H» in the center, or the husband's initial Harry.

Meghan Markle

Meghan Markle

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Meghan Markle

Meghan Markle

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Meghan Markle's pendant dedicated to her son

A year later, this fine 18k gold choker from the Verse brand appeared around the duchess's neck, with a pendant in the shape of “TO”none other than the son's initial Archie.

Meghan Markle

Meghan Markle

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A detail of Meghan Markle's pendant.

A detail of Meghan Markle's pendant.

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Maxima of Holland's bracelet dedicated to her daughters

Among the Dutch sovereign's favorite jewels is this rigid bracelet, engraved in relief with the names of her three daughters: Caterina, Alexia and Amalia.

Maxima of Holland

Maxima of Holland

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The detail of the bracelet by Maxima of Holland.

The detail of the bracelet by Maxima of Holland.

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The Maxima of Holland bracelet dedicated to the family

Another precious item dear to the Dutch sovereign is a bracelet, which she often wears, with her family's initials covered in diamonds interspersed with various other motifs.

Maxima of Holland

Maxima of Holland

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The detail of the bracelet by Maxima of Holland.

The detail of the bracelet by Maxima of Holland.

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Mary of Denmark's pendants dedicated to the family

Among the jewels of the new Queen of Denmark, two special chokers stand out, above all for their emotional meaning. The first, in gold, is embellished with a pendant in the shape of «her husband's initial Frederick of Denmark. The second necklace, a little longer, has an 18-carat gold and diamond medal engraved with the initials of the four children: «C” for Cristiano, “I” for Isabella, “V” for Vincent, “J” for Josephine. A double tender tribute to one's family.

Mary of Denmark

Mary of Denmark

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The detail of the two pendants of Mary of Denmark.

The detail of the two pendants of Mary of Denmark.

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Sarah Ferguson's bracelet dedicated to her daughters

One of the jewels that Sarah Ferguson is most fond of is certainly the one shown off, among various occasions, even on the princess's wedding day Eugenie of York, on October 12, 2018. The peculiarity? It is a rigid bracelet of precious stones with the names of the two daughters written in large letters. A fashionable and affectionate tribute.

Sarah Ferguson

Sarah Ferguson

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The detail of the bracelet worn by Sarah Ferguson.

The detail of the bracelet worn by Sarah Ferguson.

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Sophie's charms from Edinburgh dedicated to the family

The Duchess of Edinburgh is known for her very discreet jewellery. Among these there is also a thin choker, embellished with three precious charms with the initials of her family: the “AND” which stands for her husband, the prince Edward, there “L” for Lady Louise Windsorthe eldest daughter, and «J» For JamesViscount Severn, the second son.

Sophie of Edinburgh

Sophie of Edinburgh

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The detail of Sophie from Edinburgh's choker with the initials of her husband and children.

The detail of Sophie from Edinburgh's choker with the initials of her husband and children.

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Beatrice of York charms dedicated to the family

Beatrice of York also follows the rest of the royals by showing off a necklace with three charms in the shape of letters: “AND” Of Edwardthe husband, «S» Of Siennadaughter and «W» Of Wolfiethe husband's son from the previous relationship.

Beatrice of York with her husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi.

Beatrice of York with her husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi.

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The detail of Beatrice of York's pendants.

The detail of Beatrice of York's pendants.

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