History, faith, and traditions of the Royal Family. Happy Platinum Jubilee!
The Jardiniere Brooch and the Flower Basket Brooch These colorful brooches were given to the Queen at different stages of her life, and both are from her parents, King George VI and Queen Elizabeth. At left, the Jardiniere brooch. It was given to Elizabeth as a young princess in 1941. It is in the Art Deco style with cabochon rubies… Read More
From solitaires to triple-stone settings, diamond rings have long been the tradition when declaring undying love. Sometimes a royal has got to shake up tradition and add a splash of color, and there are a few classics in the British Royal Family. Enjoy! The Queen’s Engagement Ring After a courtship of several years delayed by WWII, Philip Mountbatten returned to… Read More
