Here's a link to a video mentioning that the ruby and diamond necklace is valued at 25 million dollars. Very serious bling. 6abc.com: Prince Charles, Camilla Visit Philadelphia
Warren said:Either Camilla has been allowed to rummage through the vaults, Charles has been very generous, or she has a rich admirer.
In Philadelphia this weekend the Duchess of Cornwall has worn two "new" pieces of jewellery. There is currently no information available as to provenance.
Gigantic Necklace (ruby or amethyst?)
Diamond & Sapphire Drop Brooch
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milla Ca said:Camilla looks absolutely stunning with the necklace!
I just read that it is made of 36 rubies interlaced with diamonds.
I agree, it resembles a tiara. I would like to know if it´s an old jewellery or a new one and wheather it´s a present from the Prince.
Can anybody tell me?
Skydragon said:There was speculation that Camilla's necklace was a present from Charles, but Clarence House would not confirm this. It was believed to be the first time she had worn the jewels to an official event.
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She looked stunning and oozed opulence.
milla Ca said:Camilla looks absolutely stunning with the necklace!
I just read that it is made of 36 rubies interlaced with diamonds.
I agree, it resembles a tiara. I would like to know if it´s an old jewellery or a new one and wheather it´s a present from the Prince.
Can anybody tell me?
AuroraB said:The person who wrote the article needs a basic math refresher course, there happens to be 37 rubies in the necklace.
Skydragon said:What's one little ruby between friends?
sirhon11234 said:I think the neckalce is too gaudy and over the top. But the brooch is very nice.
Avalon said:WOW! Thanks Waren for the pictures, the necklace is gorgeous. Or better, the Duchess looks stunning wearing that necklace, there are few people it would actually suit.
At last the Royal Family has found someone, who can wear Queen Mary's jewels with a style!
AuroraB said:Avalon,
I totally agree. Now all we need is a smashing tiara (and earrings, possibly a stomacher?) to create spectacular bling.
sirhon11234 said:I think the neckalce is too gaudy and over the top. But the brooch is very nice.
Avalon said:At last the Royal Family has found someone, who can wear Queen Mary's jewels with a style!
From that article:Skydragon said:
qui mal y pense said:That piece is very gaudy! as are the other diamond necklaces Camilla has worn so far. No pieces with real class. This necklace would probably suit Camilla much better as a Tiara and with a more "tasteful" gown.
I agree with Jo of Palatine that the Queen Alexandra brooch was worn to test the waters.
Any word of the provenance on that new brooch that Camilla wore? It looks like an art deco piece. Princess Michael has a similar one, which she got from the Duchess of Windsor.
qui mal y pense said:That piece is very gaudy! as are the other diamond necklaces Camilla has worn so far. No pieces with real class. This necklace would probably suit Camilla much better as a Tiara and with a more "tasteful" gown.
I agree with Jo of Palatine that the Queen Alexandra brooch was worn to test the waters.
Any word of the provenance on that new brooch that Camilla wore? It looks like an art deco piece. Princess Michael has a similar one, which she got from the Duchess of Windsor.