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Queen Alexandra, Queen Elizabeth’s great grandmother, loved jewelry and she was only ever seen covered in pearls and diamonds. Queen Elizabeth II (1926-Present) - Accession to the throne on 2/6/1952 following the death of her father King George VI. Reign 2/6/1952-Present Day. Image Result for. View more.

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Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee marks 60 years of her reign: See them in pictures. Queen Elizabeth II on Monday visited a town hall and a school 60 years to the day since she ascended to the throne after the sudden death of her father George VI.

Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee marks 60 years of her reign: See them in pictures

The low-key start to five months of diamond jubilee celebrations was played out in freezing temperatures and in front of a small but enthusiastic crowd in eastern England. The monarch said in a message to her subjects that she wanted to “dedicate myself anew to your service”, six decades after her father passed away on February 6, 1952 while the 25-year-old princess was visiting Kenya. The queen also extended thanks for “the wonderful support and encouragement that you have given to me and Prince Philip over these years,” a reference to her husband of 64 years, who recently underwent heart surgery. The Governor General of Canada > Photos > Ceremonial Tree planting and Unveiling of the Queen's Entrance.

The Governor General of Canada > Photos > Ceremonial Tree planting and Unveiling of the Queen's Entrance. Portrait - 150th Anniversary of Canada. A photographic portrait of Her Majesty The Queen, was released by Buckingham Palace to mark the 150th anniversary of Confederation.

Portrait - 150th Anniversary of Canada

The portrait, by Canadian photographer Ian Leslie Macdonald, was issued as Their Royal Highnesses The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall were on a three-day tour of Canada, from June 29 to July 1, 2017. New Photographic Portrait of The Queen. June 30, 2017 OTTAWA—His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, is pleased to announce that Buckingham Palace has released a new photographic portrait of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on the occasion of the 150th anniversary of Confederation and the Royal Tour to Canada by Their Royal Highnesses The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall.

New Photographic Portrait of The Queen

His Royal Highness is officially representing Her Majesty The Queen for these celebrations. In the portrait by Canadian photographer Ian Leslie Macdonald, Her Majesty is pictured wearing the Canadian maple leaf brooch she inherited from her mother in 2002. The brooch, which is made of platinum and set with diamonds, was given to Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother by her husband, King George VI, and was worn for the first time during the Royal couple’s visit to Canada in 1939. Queen Mary's Fringe Tiara. With so much attention on the early years of Queen Elizabeth II's life lately, courtesy Netflix's The Crown, the spotlight has been on one of her most important jewels: her wedding tiara.

Queen Mary's Fringe Tiara

(You can read my recap of episode one of The Crown here!) Often confused with the many other fringe tiaras and necklaces in the royal collection, Queen Mary's Fringe Tiara is a piece that was created on the commission of the Queen's grandmother. This tiara is often misidentifed as the "George III Fringe Tiara" or the "Hanoverian Fringe Tiara. " But don’t let the internet (and even some books) fool you — it’s not the same tiara!

The Daily Diadem: Queen Mary's Fringe Tiara. Dutch Visit to Italy: Arrival in Rome. Dutch Visit to Italy: State Banquet Jewels. Tonight's state dinner in Italy may have been a black tie affair, but leave it to Queen Maxima of the Netherlands to bring us a tiara anyway!

Dutch Visit to Italy: State Banquet Jewels

Keep reading below for all the details about the grand jewels she wore for the occasion. For the banquet, Maxima chose pieces from one of her favorite jewelry suites from the family vaults: the Mellerio Ruby Parure. (Read more about the set over here!) Maxima wore the tiara, earrings, and necklace from the suite with a dramatic one-shoulder red gown.

State Opening of Parliament Jewels 2017. This morning, Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom attended a scaled-back version of the State Opening of Parliament, where she delivered the Queen's speech in a hat and coat rather than her usual crown and robes.

State Opening of Parliament Jewels 2017

The Queen was accompanied to the event by her eldest son, the Prince of Wales. The Duke of Edinburgh, who usually attends with her, has been hospitalized on a precaution while dealing with an infection. (Buckingham Palace has assured everyone that there's no need for alarm.) With Philip's impending retirement, I'd imagine we'll be seeing Charles play this role in the future, too. Prince Charles and Camilla announce royal tour of Canada. Prince Charles and Camilla announce royal tour of Canada. The Duchess of Cornwall has given her first interview on life in the Royal Family. The Duchess of Cornwall has given her first interview on life in the Royal Family, revealing that her strong character and positive attitude keeps her going.

The Duchess of Cornwall has given her first interview on life in the Royal Family

Speaking exclusively to the Mail on Sunday's You Magazine, Camilla talked openly about the difficulties she faced when she married Prince Charles, as the public began to warm to her after the death of Princess Diana. The Duchess also spoke about her idyllic upbringing and happy family life, which stood her in good stead for a life with the Royals.

Camilla’s fascinating interview comes a few months before she celebrates her 70th birthday on 17 July. 35 things you may not know about Prince William. After university, Prince William trained at Sandhurst military academy.

35 things you may not know about Prince William

From there he was commissioned as an officer in the Blues and Royals division of the Household Cavalry. In 2000, the Prince spent ten weeks in Chile on a Raleigh International expedition. He spent his time in the South American country sleeping under the stars, dancing salsa with villagers and tracking rare deer. Coincidentally, Kate also went to Chile with the same organisation a few months later. He made his grand debut on 21 June 1982 in St Mary's Hospital in London, where his own two children, Prince George and Princess Charlotte, would both be born three decades later.

Prince William pictured with his mum, Princess Diana, and brother Prince Harry. Princess Charlotte and Prince George match outfits with parents the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and their adorable children Princess Charlotte and Prince George were the picture perfect family on Saturday’s Trooping the Colour parade, with the whole family wearing coordinating outfits!

Princess Charlotte and Prince George match outfits with parents the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge

Mum Kate and daughter Charlotte, age two, were both pretty in pink, matching their summer dresses for the Queen’s official birthday celebrations. READ: The Duchess of Cambridge looks pretty in pink at Trooping the Colour While Prince George looked extremely smart in his cute cream shirt and burgundy braces. Why Prince Harry doesn't ride horseback at Trooping the Colour. Trooping the Colour is one of the big highlights in the royal calendar. But this year onlookers were quick to remark on the fact that Prince Harry didn't ride on horseback alongside his father Prince Charles and brother, Prince William.

Instead, the 32-year-old travelled in a carriage with his sister-in-law Duchess Kate and Camilla, the Duchess of Cornwall – and fans want to know why. The answer, it seems, is related to Harry's position within the royal family. Why Prince Harry doesn't ride horseback at Trooping the Colour. Countess Mountbatten of Burma dies aged 93. The Countess Mountbatten of Burma has passed away at the age of 93. The British peeress, who survived an IRA bomb that killed her father and her son, died peacefully at her home in Mersham, Kent on 13 June, surrounded by her children, the family confirmed in a statement. Countess Patricia was a first cousin to the Queen's husband, Prince Philip, and godmother to Prince Charles.

The Prince of Wales paid tribute in a heartfelt statement that read: "I was deeply saddened to learn of the death of my very special godmother, Lady Mountbatten, whom I have known and loved ever since I can first remember. She played an extremely important part in my life and I shall miss her presence most dreadfully. " Prince Harry reveals he suffered panic attacks after Diana's death. Prince Harry has opened up about the pain of losing his mother, and the physical impact her death had on him as a child. Speaking in a new interview for Forces TV with good friend and Paralympic medal winner Dave Henson, Harry revealed he suffered from panic attacks in the aftermath of Princess Diana's death. "In my case, suit and tie, every time I was in any room with loads of people, which is quite often, I was just pouring with sweat, like heart beating – boom, boom, boom, boom – and literally like a washing machine," the 32-year-old Prince admitted.

"I was like, 'Oh my God, get me out of here now.' Oh hang on, I can't get out of here, I have got to just hide it. " Prince Harry pictured with his late mother Princess Diana. Prince Harry reveals he suffered from panic attacks - Photo 2. The Queen releases official birthday message ahead of Trooping the Colour. The Queen releases official birthday message ahead of Trooping the Colour. Prince Carl Philip reveals his and Princess Sofia's second wedding anniversary plans. It’s been two years since Prince Carl Philip and Princess Sofia of Sweden tied the knot if a fairytale wedding in Stockholm. Since exchanging vows, the couple have welcomed one-year-old son Prince Alexander and are currently expecting their second child due this September. VER GALERÍA The Swedish couple tied the knot on June 13, 2015 Photo: Photo Anders Wiklund, TT While attending a seminar in honor of Sweden's Stenhammardag Day on Tuesday, the 38-year-old Prince revealed how he planned on celebrating his two-year anniversary with his wife, 32.

Carl told Svenskdam, “I'm going home and celebrate with my wife and young son.” VER GALERÍA A number of royals from across Europe attended Sofia and Carl's nuptials Photo: Mattias Edwall, The Royal Court, Sweden. Royal highlights - June 2017 - HELLO! CA. Royal highlights - June 2017 - HELLO! CA. Royal highlights - June 2017 - HELLO! CA. Royal highlights - June 2017 - HELLO! CA. Royal highlights - June 2017 - HELLO! CA. Royal highlights - June 2017 - HELLO! CA. Royal highlights - June 2017 - HELLO! CA. Royal highlights - June 2017 - HELLO! CA. Royal highlights - June 2017 - HELLO! CA. Royal highlights - June 2017 - HELLO! CA.

Latest royal news, photos, weddings and history - HELLO! Online. River Thames flotilla planned to mark Queen's longest reign. Trooping the Colour: why royal children love it. Trooping the Colour: why royal children including Prince George and Princess Charlotte love it - Photo 8. Trooping the Colour: why royal children including Prince George and Princess Charlotte love it - Photo 7. Trooping the Colour: why royal children including Prince George and Princess Charlotte love it - Photo 6. Trooping the Colour: why royal children including Prince George and Princess Charlotte love it - Photo 5. Trooping the Colour: why royal children including Prince George and Princess Charlotte love it - Photo 4. Trooping the Colour: why royal children including Prince George and Princess Charlotte love it - Photo 3. Trooping the Colour: why royal children including Prince George and Princess Charlotte love it - Photo 1. GALLERY: The best pictures from Trooping the Colour - Photo 12.

Kate Middleton and royals attend Ascot 2017. Kate Middleton and royals attend Ascot 2017. Meghan Markle Returns To Toronto Wearing Diamond Ring From Prince Harry. Just a week after being asked if she hopes to marry Prince Harry, actress Meghan Markle resurfaced at an Austin airport on her way to Toronto wearing a diamond ring from her royal beau. Congratulation: Meghan Markle shows off diamond ring from Prince Harry. Japan's Princess Gives Up Her Title After A Commoner Stole Her Heart. If you were born into the kind of fairy tale life that girls all over the world dream about, could you give it up to marry the man that you love? Prince Harry Reunites With 97-Year-Old Widow He Kissed One Year Ago, Smooches Her Again! The Reason Why Prince William Refuses To Wear A Wedding Ring. The latest revelations from the Diana's tapes. The arrival of Prince William in 1982 and, just over two years later, Prince Harry, signalled to the world that the fairy-tale union of Charles and Diana was complete.

It would be several more years before she took the extraordinary step of revealing to royal author Andrew Morton, in tape recordings she insisted be kept secret, that their marriage had collapsed. The book he wrote — Diana, Her True Story — made headlines around the world. Now, 20 years after her death, it is being republished — with the transcripts of those tapes.

Swedish royals attend the Polar Music Prize. It was a family affair for the Swedish royals this afternoon as the King and Queen attended the Polar Music Prize in Stockholm with all three of their children. Princess Madeleine, 34, looked ethereal in a long white gown embellished with a 3D floral motif, as she arrived on the arm of her brother Prince Carl Philip, 38. William, Harry and Kate donate to Grenfell Tower fund. An Elephant Met Queen Elizabeth II and It Was Too Precious - PureWow. Meet Donna, the elephant who stole Queen Elizabeth’s heart bananas. You guys, the Queen of England recently visited the Whipsnade Zoo in Bedfordshire, England, England. Prince Harry Shares Heartbreaking Confession About His Mother's Death. When Princess Diana died in that tragic car accident nearly two decades ago, she left behind an incredible legacy and some very big shoes to fill.

Her sons, Prince William and Prince Harry, have spent their lives trying to. You Can Now Watch Princess Diana's Wedding Online. Pippa Middleton’s Wedding: Kate, George, Charlotte, and More Photos. See Queen Elizabeth and Princess Margaret on Their Father King George VI's Coronation Day. 12 Of The Most Expensive Designer Wedding Dresses. Top 10 Most Expensive Wedding Dress in the World. British Royal Crowns and Tiaras (Part 2) British Royal Crowns and Tiaras (Part 1) Who Does Princess Charlotte Look Like from Her New 2nd Birthday Portrait. Kate Middleton Snaps as Camilla Parker-Bowles Insults Prince George and Princess Charlotte. George's right royal tantrum! Kate loses her cool with prince after Pippa's wedding. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Engagement Coming soon - PureWow. At home with the Cambridges: New pictures released of William, Kate, George and Charlotte.

Prince William Says He Would've Liked Princess Diana's Advice On Parenting. Royal Family News: Articles and Galleries. Meghan Markle 'totally charmed' the British royal family - including Queen Elizabeth. Princess Charlotte is the Queen's Mini-Me - PureWow. Princess Charlotte is the Queen's Mini-Me - PureWow. AOL Mail: Simple, Free, Fun. Pippa gave personalised marshmallows as wedding favours. Pippa gave personalised marshmallows as wedding favours. Pippa gave personalised marshmallows as wedding favours. Pippa gave personalised marshmallows as wedding favours. Pippa gave personalised marshmallows as wedding favours. Pippa gave personalised marshmallows as wedding favours. Pippa gave personalised marshmallows as wedding favours. Pippa gave personalised marshmallows as wedding favours. Pippa gave personalised marshmallows as wedding favours.

Pippa gave personalised marshmallows as wedding favours. Pippa gave personalised marshmallows as wedding favours. Pippa gave personalised marshmallows as wedding favours. Pippa gave personalised marshmallows as wedding favours. Pippa gave personalised marshmallows as wedding favours. Pippa gave personalised marshmallows as wedding favours. Prince Philip hosts presentation at Buckingham Palace. The Best Photos From Pippa Middleton's Wedding. See Pippa Middleton's Wedding Dress From Every Angle! See Pippa Middleton's Wedding Ring. Prince George Scolded by Kate at Pippa's Wedding. Princess Eugenie. Kate Middleton at Easter Services with the Queen: Photos. Sarah Ferguson Laughs Off Daughter Princess Eugenie's Engagement Rumors.

Sarah Ferguson On Who In The Royal Family Still Makes Her Nervous.