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That's what I thought. I've got a similar necklace (lol) in design but freshwater pearls and jade beads. Not in the same league! I thought PMK jewellery in this link went well with the peppermint outfit. She is v elegant
 
The brooch PM wore to the thanksgiving service at Windsor Castle today is not only beautiful and rarely worn by her but is also an important historical piece. It was a wedding gift to Princess Mary of Teck upon her marraige to the Duke of York in 1893 by Sir Frederick and Lady Milner and was eventually given by the future Queen Mary to her daughter-in-law Princess Marina who later bequethed it to her son Prince Michael. In the book, The Queen's Jewels, by Leslie Field the piece is described as, " a diamond three-leaf clover with a large central brilliant-cut diamond and an emerald set in the centre of each leaf".
 
Where did you learn this about Queen Mary , wymanda?
The Royal Jewels by Suzy Menkes: "The lustrous natural pearl necklace was a final forgiving gift from Queen Mary to her eldest son. Wallis wore them...to the Duke's funeral in England in 1972."
 
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The Royal Jewels by Suzy Menkes: "The lustrous natural pearl necklace was a final forgiving gift from Queen Mary to her eldest son. Wallis wore them...to the Duke's funeral in England in 1972."

Thanks Warren...you really are the "info czar" when it comes to royal jewelry!
 
Thanks for the information regarding the historic clover brooch, I thought it was a statement piece, and liked it on the neutral suit.
 
A photograph of Princess Elena wearing the diamond and pearl bandeau, which was a weeding gift to Marine and was later sold :sad:. It looks very pretty with this kind of hairstyle
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Princess Marina's diamond & pearl snake-design tiara/necklace and earrings.

Provenance of her mother, Princess Nicholas of Greece (now sold).
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I'm normally fan of snake design jewellery but Princess Marina's demi-parure is stunning; the craftsmanship is very delicate and elegant.
 
A little request I hope someone can help with! Does anyone happen to have an HQ picture of Princess Michael's bow brooch/pearl necklace? It's two diamond brooches with three strands of pearls between them? I want to have the piece copied so I need a nice big shot of it if possible. Thanks!
 
This one?

v Princess Michael of Kent

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That's the one! Thanks Warren! I've no idea of the history of the piece but I do know that it's my favourite jewel Princess Michael owns. And she wears it so well!
 
Wow, that is beautiful! What about the tiara? Info please. It is exquisite!
 
Wow, that is beautiful! What about the tiara? Info please. It is exquisite!

It's The Duchess of Kent Tiara, also known as The Diamond Pearl Festoon Tiara.

According to Geoffrey Munn (a British jewellery specialist and writer), the tiara was probably made in England, around 1900s.
It was once a favourite of Princess Marina and is now in possession of Princess Michael of Kent. Princess Alexandra has worn this tiara on several occasions as well.

- A very clear picture of the tiara
- Princess Marina wearing the tiara
- Princess Alexandra wearing the tiara
- Princess Michael of Kent wearing the tiara

http://imageupper.com/i/?S0200010060051R13454677682067094
 

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Thanks for posting those excellent pics. I didn't know that Alexandra has ever worn the festoon tiara. Do you know when this picture was taken?
On the pic from Munn the tiara has a row of pearls at the base. But on the older portraits there are collet diamonds at the base. I wonder if they still own the collet diamonds.
 
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They most certainly do, but subject to a "remix".

v Princess Michael of Kent wearing the London Fringe Tiara with collet necklace in Kokoshnik style.
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They most certainly do, but subject to a "remix".

v Princess Michael of Kent wearing the London Fringe Tiara with collet necklace in Kokoshnik style.
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:flowers: Of course! I should have thought of that concoction.
It would be nice if she put it back on the festoon tiara from time to time. The pearls are nice at the base, but diversity is even better, imho.
 
You are welcome, Tilia C. and An Ard Ri. :)

Thanks for posting those excellent pics. I didn't know that Alexandra has ever worn the festoon tiara. Do you know when this picture was taken?
The picture was taken in October of 1960, when Princess Alexandra acted as the Queen's official representative during Nigerian Independence celebrations.

Incidentally, the visit was a true feast tiara-wise: Alexandra wore not one but at least 4 different tiaras.
- The Diamond Pearl Festoon tiara
- The Flower tiara
- Pearl Swirl tiara
- A tiara/circlet I don't recognize
 
Thank you Artemisia. Its a beautiful tiara. It fits her perfectly.
 
You are welcome, Tilia C. and An Ard Ri. :)


The picture was taken in October of 1960, when Princess Alexandra acted as the Queen's official representative during Nigerian Independence celebrations.

Incidentally, the visit was a true feast tiara-wise: Alexandra wore not one but at least 4 different tiaras.
- The Diamond Pearl Festoon tiara
- The Flower tiara
- Pearl Swirl tiara
- A tiara/circlet I don't recognize
Thanks a lot, Artemisia :flowers:.
I think that the third pic is also the Flower tiara (and not the Pearl Swirl).
In the last picture I believe she wears the small bandeau which Queen Mary wore with emerald spikes, and which was later worn by the current Duchess of Kent at her wedding. This pic of Princess Alexandra could even be at the same event as yours.
http://inlinethumb46.webshots.com/50157/2498596820105578647S600x600Q85.jpg
 
Thanks a lot, Artemisia :flowers:.
I think that the third pic is also the Flower tiara (and not the Pearl Swirl).
In the last picture I believe she wears the small bandeau which Queen Mary wore with emerald spikes, and which was later worn by the current Duchess of Kent at her wedding. This pic of Princess Alexandra could even be at the same event as yours.
http://inlinethumb46.webshots.com/50157/2498596820105578647S600x600Q85.jpg

Your last is definitely from the same event (in other close ups, she is wearing the same jewellery as in your picture), so thanks a lot for identifying the bandeau. :flowers:
The third tiara could be the Flower one too; however, in pictures from other angles I've seen, it looks more like the Pearl Swirl. I wish I had better pictures for proper identification.
 
Your last is definitely from the same event (in other close ups, she is wearing the same jewellery as in your picture), so thanks a lot for identifying the bandeau. :flowers:
The third tiara could be the Flower one too; however, in pictures from other angles I've seen, it looks more like the Pearl Swirl. I wish I had better pictures for proper identification.
It looks as if she is wearing the same dress, necklace and clutch on both photos. And she is accompanied by the same gentleman in the black kaftan and white turban. That's why I believe that both photos are from the same event.
 
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They most certainly do, but subject to a "remix".

v Princess Michael of Kent wearing the London Fringe Tiara with collet necklace in Kokoshnik style.
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Not the same diamonds, these ones come from a necklace belonging to Marina seperate from the tiara.
 
Marina Duchess of Kent with a pair of sapphire brooches

I was going through an old book on Marina Duchess of Kent and found this photo of her on Alexandra Rose Day 22nd May 1946 wearing two sapphire flower brooches. She must have given one to the Queen Mother whom we have seen wearing it often. Wonder what happened to the other one.
 

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