2. Earrings for Coronation
Donn by: Elizabeth II, the Queen
Been in possession since 1858
Value Estimate: Not Known
made in accordance with the coronation necklace, which had 26 big diamonds in it. 25 in the necklace and one 22.48-carat Lahore diamond drop stone. The stones used in these were extracted from other gems and reused for Queen Victoria in 1858.
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There is a noticeable difference in size between the two diamond drop-down earrings, making them not exactly match. When comparing the 7 and 12-carat pear-shaped stones side by side, it is obvious that the shapes are not quite the same. The Queen has been pictured numerous times wearing this ensemble, which she still does.
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