The Finest Royal Family Jewelry
Girls of Great Britain & Ireland Tiara
Royal weddings are always a massive deal, and when Elizabeth married Prince Philip in 1947, Queen Mary, her grandmother, gifted her the Girls of Great Britain & Ireland tiara, which has an estimated value of $207,000. It is naturally one of her most prized possessions.
Girls Of Great Britain & Ireland Tiara
Queen Alexandra’s Wedding Necklace
Prince Albert wanted to give Princess Alexandra of Denmark an impressive gift in honor of their wedding in 1863. He bought a set for $18,522 that included a diamond necklace, matching earrings, and a brooch. It is currently valued at $1.6 million and was given to Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge by the Queen Mother.
Queen Alexandra’s Wedding Necklace
The Queen Mary Fringe Tiara
This gorgeous diamond tiara actually started out as a necklace that was worn by Queen Victoria and also Queen Mary, who then later reworked it into a tiara. She later gave the tiara as a gift to Princess Anne.
The Queen Mary Fringe Tiara
Pink Topaz Choker from the Duchess of Cornwall
Pink topaz is absolutely stunning, and this choker has been seen worn by Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall. The pearl, diamond, and pink topaz jewel is estimated to be worth about $30,000.
Pink Topaz Choker From The Duchess Of Cornwall
Burmese Ruby Tiara
The Burmese Ruby Tiara is relatively modern, as it was created in the 1970’s. It is owned by Queen Elizabeth II, and it features 96 rubies that were given to her as a gift by Burma. This stunning tiara is worth $9 million.
Burmese Ruby Tiara
Acorn & Oak Leaf Earrings (Kate Middleton)
Kate Middleton’s parents wanted to give their daughter a special gift in honor of her marriage to Prince William, the future King of England. They gave her these custom made earrings shaped like acorns and oak leaves that are said to represent her and her siblings. The earrings were made in 2011 and are said to be worth $18,000.
Acorn & Oak Leaf Earrings (Kate Middleton)
The Festoon Tiara
Princess Anne has served dutifully throughout the years, opening hospitals, christening ships, and much more throughout her tenure. In 1973, she was given the Festoon Tiara in honor of unveiling a vessel. In 2008, she let her daughter in law wear it for her wedding. The tiara is said to be worth $500,000.
The Festoon Tiara
Camilla’s Amethyst Heart
Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall has been seen sporting the Amethyst Heart on several occasions. The necklace has been a part of the Royal Family since 1923. The necklace features a massive amethyst as well as rows of pearls and diamonds, and is said to worth about $200,000.
Camilla’s Amethyst Heart
The Saudi Sapphire Set
Princess Diana was given many gifts when she married Prince Charles and into the Royal Family in 1981. One of these gifts was this sapphire set that was given to her by a Saudi Prince. The set was worn by Princess Di many times, and is said to be worth $1 million.
The Saudi Sapphire Set
The 11-Strand Pearl Choker
Speaking of Princess Diana, one of her most beloved jewels was this pearl choke that features 11 strands with ruby and diamond spacers. The gorgeous choker necklace is valued at $200,000.
The 11 Strand Pearl Choker
The Prince Albert Brooch
Queen Victoria was known for being stoic, but in 1840, she was a young blushing bride. She was given this sapphire brooch by Prince Albert. This beautiful brooch that also features several diamonds is said to be worth about $4 million.
The Prince Albert Brooch
Princess Di’s Engagement Ring
When Prince Charles proposed to Princess Diana, she was able to choose her own engagement ring. The blue sapphire and diamond ring she chose cost $36,000 back then. When Prince William proposed to Kate Middleton, he used the very same ring, which is said to be worth $100,000 now.
Princess Di’s Engagement Ring
The Lotus Flower Tiara
The Lotus Flower tiara was originally a necklace that belonged to the Queen Mother in 1923. She altered it into a tiara and gave it to Princess Margaret. The tiara features bands of diamonds and singular pearl accents. It was given to Kate Middleton. It is said to be worth about $4 million.
The Lotus Flower Tiara
The Delhi Durbar Tiara
While many of the jewels belonging to the Royal Family are understated, some are truly striking, like the Delhi Durbar Tiara. It was created for Queen Mary to wear at the Delhi Durbar in 1911. It was then given to the Queen Mother, then Queen Elizabeth, who loaned it to Camilla. It is worth $2 million.
The Delhi Durbar Tiara
The Poltimore Tiara
The Poltimore Tiara was created by Garrard for Florence Bampfylde. In 1959, it was auctioned off, with the winning bidder being Princess Margaret. This stunning diamond tiara is worth $1.3 million.
The Poltimore Tiara
Diamond Bar Choker Bracelet
This stunning bracelet was once a choker that was owned by Queen Mary. It was turned into a bracelet and is now owned by Kate Middleton. It has been around the Royal Family since the 1900s. It is worth about $500,000.
Diamond Bar Choker Bracelet
Lover’s Knot Tiara
The Lover’s Knot tiara has been in the Royal Family since 1914 and was originally worn by Princess Diana. Now, it is worn by Kate Middleton. This stunning diamond and pearl-drop tiara is worth $4 million.
Lover’s Knot Tiara
The Four-Row Pearl Choker
Queen Elizabeth has been known for her love of pearl jewelry. This four row pearl choker necklace was commissioned by her in the 1970’s. It is worth about $200,000.
The Four Row Pearl Choker
Queen Mary’s Diamond Bandeau
Like many Royal Family brides before her, Meghan Markle borrowed a tiara from the family’s collection. She was loaned Queen Mary’s Diamond Bandeau, which is said to be worth $2.5 million.
Queen Mary’s Diamond Bandeau
The Boucheron Honeycomb Tiara
Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall is known for her love of dramatic and stunning pieces like this one, the Boucheron Honeycomb tiara which has been in the Royal Family since 1942. Thanks to all of the diamonds, it is worth $2 million.
The Boucheron Honeycomb Tiara
Granny’s Chips Brooch
Granny’s Chips Brooch was created from the Cullinan Diamonds for Queen Elizabeth II, who paid $50 million for it. The Cullinan Diamonds were found in 1905 are one of a kind, which makes them a rarity.
Granny’s Chips Brooch
The Strathmore Rose Tiara
When Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon was about to be the Queen Mother, she was given the Strathmore Rose tiara by her parents, who bought it in 1923 at Catchpole and Williams. The diamond flowers are framed by diamond encrusted leaves. The tiara is now worth $500,000.
The Strathmore Rose Tiara
Brazilian Aquamarine Set
This Brazilian Aquamarine set is absolutely stunning and is comprised of a tiara, necklace, and matching earrings. It was given to Queen Elizabeth II in 1953. The set is worth $1 million.
Brazilian Aquamarine Set
The Cartier Halo Scroll Tiara
The Cartier Halo Scroll tiara is part of the Windsor collection which was originally created in 1936 in honor of the Queen Mother. In 2011, it was loaned out to Kate Middleton for her wedding. It is now worth $1.6 million.
The Cartier Halo Scroll Tiara
Bleeding Heart Earrings
Lady Amelia Windsor is the daughter of the Queen’s first cousin, and is the owner of the Bleeding Heart earrings, which were commissioned in 2019. While these earrings aren’t worth millions, being worth $285, they are still absolutely stunning.
Bleeding Heart Earrings
Emerald Cut Aquamarine Ring
When Princess Diana separate from Prince Charles in the 1990s, she commissioned a jeweler to create this Emerald Cut Aquamarine Ring. Meghan Markle wore it to a wedding reception in 2018. The ring is worth about $75,000.
Emerald Cut Aquamarine Ring
Burmese Ruby Engagement Ring
Prince Andrew decided to ask his mother for a loan in order to get an engagement ring for Sarah Ferguson. He broke with tradition and bought her this Burmese Ruby Engagement ring in 1986. It is worth $78,000 now.
Burmese Ruby Engagement Ring
The Maple Leaf Brooch
In 1939, King George VI the Maple Leaf Brooch to Queen Elizabeth while on a trip to Canada. 10 years layer, Queen Elizabeth II wore it there and became its new owner. It is valued at $75,000.
The Maple Leaf Brooch
Diamond and South Sea Pearl Earrings
These Diamond and South Sea Pearl earrings were originally owned by Princess Diana when they were created in 1990. Most recently, Kate Middleton has been seen wearing the earrings that are worth $100,000.
Diamond And South Sea Pearl Earrings
Cullinan III & IV Brooch
The Cullinan III & IV brooch is one of the most expensive pieces owned by the Royal Family. It is worth $1.5 million. The brooch was first presented in 1907 to King Edward VIII and features a 3106 carat diamond that’s uncut.
Cullinan III & IV Brooch
Greville Emerald Kokoshnik Tiara
The Greville Emerald Kokoshnik tiara has been a part of the Royal Family’s collection in 1919. In 2018, it was presented to Princess Eugenie in 2018 in honor of her wedding day. It features a 93.7 carat emerald, which helps contribute to the $5 to $10 million value of the tiara.
Greville Emerald Kokoshnik Tiara
Reflection Collection Cartier Earrings
While the pieces from the House of Windsor collection are relatively new, they are still quite pricey. When Meghan Markle changed after the 2018 wedding ceremony, she was seen wearing the Reflection Collection Cartier Earrings, which are worth $68,000.
Reflection Collection Cartier Earrings
Four-String Pearl Choker
After visiting Japan in the 1970s, Queen Elizabeth II had Garrad create the Four String Pearl Choker. The pearls were given to her as a gift by the Japanese government. It was then loaned to Princess Diana, who returned it after her divorce. Kate Middleton has also borrowed the $325,000 becklace.
Four String Pearl Choker
The York Tiara
Queen Elizabeth II gave Sarah Ferguson the York Tiara as a wedding gift in 1986 when Ferguson married Prince Andrew. The tiara is worth $800,00 and is still owned by Ferguson, despite the fact that she is divorced from Prince Andrew.
The York Tiara
The George IV State Diadem
King George IV made this incredible headpiece in honor of his 1821 coronation. It features more than 1333 diamonds and two strings of pearls all around. The diadem is worth $600,000 and is said to be quite heavy. Queen Elizabeth II wore it on her coronation day as well.
The George IV State Diadem
Grand Duchess Vladimir Tiara
The Grand Duchess Vladimir tiara was originally owned by the Grand Duchess Elena Valdimirovna, who snuck it out of Russia during the revolution. She sold it to Queen Mary in 1921, and it is now worth $470,000.
Grand Duchess Vladimir Tiara
Mouawad Ruby & Diamond Necklace
While not much is known about the Mouawad Ruby and Diamond necklace, it was seen being worn by Kate Middleton in 2016. She is said to have received the necklace, along with its matching earrings and bracelet, as a gift in honor of her wedding in 2011. It is valued at $300,000.
Mouawad Ruby & Diamond Necklace
Reflection Collection Cartier Diamond Bracelet
Meghan Markle wore this stunning Reflection Collection Cartier Diamond bracelet on her wedding day to Prince Harry. It matches with the earrings she wore to the reception. The bracelet is worth $155,000.
Reflection Collection Cartier Diamond Bracelet
The Meander Tiara
The Meander Tiara was given to Queen Elizabeth II by her mother in law as a gift. It was then given to Princess Anne, and she wore it to announced her engagement to Captain Mark Phillips. This tiara is worth about $2 to $4 million.
The Meander Tiara