The royal treasuries of the European sovereigns contain high-quality gemstones, set in forged gold and silver. While these impressive pieces are taken out of the safe for official occasions such as galas or banquets, the royals rely on more subtle jewelry for other occasions. Sometimes this simply fits the outfit, but other accessories were chosen by Kate, Meghan & Co. for a different reason: They have a personal meaning.
Significant pieces of jewelry from the royals: Kate, Meghan & Co. carry their loved ones close to them
Wearing a personalized piece of jewelry is a sign of an intimate human relationship. There are different ways to customize accessories. Catherine, Princess of Wales, Duchess Meghan and Queen Mary like to use engraving. This means that the initial letters of a loved one can easily decorate a medallion or pendant. The initials of the children or husband are often chosen.
But it’s not just letters that can have a profound meaning. Queen Camilla, for example, relies on her birthstone, a ruby. The red stone adorns the center of her necklace, which has personal meaning for her.
The royals love zodiac necklaces
Duchess Meghan’s love of astrology is well known. She has several pieces of jewelry with constellations and zodiac signs that are part of her box. But Princess Sofia of Sweden also has a weakness for zodiac signs and wears a corresponding necklace with the signs of her children around her neck. While her white gold model is set with diamonds, Queen Maxima proves that it can also be done much cheaper. Her bracelet with freshwater pearls only cost 10 euros! The prices of the jewelry vary. However, the most expensive model is worn by Crown Princess Mette-Marit of Norway. What significance does this have?