The Most Valuable Heirloom Jewels Of The British Royal Family

Published on June 27, 2022
When it comes to the jewels of the British Royal Family, it’s safe to say that they’re going to be some of the most extravagant in the whole world. In fact, the collection is absolutely stunning, with the likes of the Queen, Princess Diana, and Kate Middleton donning some of the most impressive jewelry in existence. These tend to be heirlooms that are passed on from one generation to the next. Here are some of the most
The Finest Royal Family Jewelry

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.

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Girls Of Great Britain & Ireland Tiara

Girls Of Great Britain & Ireland Tiara

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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.

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Queen Alexandra's Wedding Necklace

Queen Alexandra’s Wedding Necklace

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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.

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The Queen Mary Fringe Tiara

The Queen Mary Fringe Tiara

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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.

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Pink Topaz Choker From The Duchess Of Cornwall

Pink Topaz Choker From The Duchess Of Cornwall

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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.

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Burmese Ruby Tiara

Burmese Ruby Tiara

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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.

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Acorn & Oak Leaf Earrings (Kate Middleton)

Acorn & Oak Leaf Earrings (Kate Middleton)

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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.

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The Festoon Tiara

The Festoon Tiara

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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.

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Camilla's Amethyst Heart

Camilla’s Amethyst Heart

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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.

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The Saudi Sapphire Set

The Saudi Sapphire Set

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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.

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The 11 Strand Pearl Choker

The 11 Strand Pearl Choker

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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.

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The Prince Albert Brooch

The Prince Albert Brooch

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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.

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Princess Di's Engagement Ring

Princess Di’s Engagement Ring

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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.

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The Lotus Flower Tiara

The Lotus Flower Tiara

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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.

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The Delhi Durbar Tiara

The Delhi Durbar Tiara

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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.

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The Poltimore Tiara

The Poltimore Tiara

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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.

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Diamond Bar Choker Bracelet

Diamond Bar Choker Bracelet

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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.

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Lover's Knot Tiara

Lover’s Knot Tiara

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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.

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The Four Row Pearl Choker

The Four Row Pearl Choker

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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.

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Queen Mary's Diamond Bandeau

Queen Mary’s Diamond Bandeau

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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.

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The Boucheron Honeycomb Tiara

The Boucheron Honeycomb Tiara

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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.

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Granny's Chips Brooch

Granny’s Chips Brooch

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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.

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The Strathmore Rose Tiara

The Strathmore Rose Tiara

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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.

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Brazilian Aquamarine Set

Brazilian Aquamarine Set

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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.

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The Cartier Halo Scroll Tiara

The Cartier Halo Scroll Tiara

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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.

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Bleeding Heart Earrings

Bleeding Heart Earrings

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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.

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Emerald Cut Aquamarine Ring

Emerald Cut Aquamarine Ring

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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.

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Burmese Ruby Engagement Ring

Burmese Ruby Engagement Ring

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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.

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The Maple Leaf Brooch

The Maple Leaf Brooch

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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.

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Diamond And South Sea Pearl Earrings

Diamond And South Sea Pearl Earrings

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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.

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Cullinan III & IV Brooch

Cullinan III & IV Brooch

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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.

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Greville Emerald Kokoshnik Tiara

Greville Emerald Kokoshnik Tiara

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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.

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Reflection Collection Cartier Earrings

Reflection Collection Cartier Earrings

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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.

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Four String Pearl Choker

Four String Pearl Choker

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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.

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The York Tiara

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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.

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The George IV State Diadem

The George IV State Diadem

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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.

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Grand Duchess Vladimir Tiara

Grand Duchess Vladimir Tiara

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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.

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Mouawad Ruby & Diamond Necklace

Mouawad Ruby & Diamond Necklace

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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.

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Reflection Collection Cartier Diamond Bracelet

Reflection Collection Cartier Diamond Bracelet

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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.

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The Meander Tiara

The Meander Tiara

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