111. Princess Diana’s Aquamarine Ring
Worn By: Princess Diana
Owned Since: 1997
Estimated Value: $105,000*
This 24-carat aquamarine ring was created by Asprey upon Princess Diana’s divorce. It is said that the ring was made for her so she has something to wear on her ring finger. It has been passed on to Prince Harry and was worn by Meghan Markle at their wedding reception.
Asprey Aquamarine Ring Set Princess Diana @People / @Linda Andres / Pinterest
Set in 24-carat yellow gold, as pure as can be, the stone is flanked by small solitaire diamonds. Princess Diana was known for her love of blue, especially blue jewels as it brought out the color of her eyes.
112. George IV Festoon Necklace
Worn By: Queen Elizabeth II
Owned Since: 1950
Estimated Value: Unknown
Commissioned by George VI, the Festoon necklace was made with a collection of loose diamonds he had accumulated (as one in the royal family does). Made with 105 brilliant cut diamonds, the total weight of the necklace is said to be a whopping 170 carats.
George IV Festoon Necklace Queen Elizabeth II ©Tim Graham / Gettyimages.com
While the Queen owns a substantial amount of diamond necklaces, this one remains one of her favorites and she is seen wearing it frequently over the years. The elegant, three strand diamond necklace is striking and unique, so we can see why it’s a top choice for her majesty.
113. Four Row Japanese Pearl Choker
Worn By: Princess Diana
Owned Since: 1970
Estimated Value: Unknown
This unusual pearl choker was made for the Queen by Garland using pearls that were acquired from Japan, supposedly during a visit from Her Majesty the Queen in 1970. Its beautiful, timeless design features a clasp that is meant to be seen.
Four Row Japanese Pearl Choker Princess Diana @nicj1279 / Pinterest | ©Tim Graham / Gettyimages.com
Comprising four elegant rows of pearls and a unique diamond, curve shaped clasp, the necklace has been worn by the Queen a handful of times. More famously it was loaned by the Queen to Princess Diana at a banquet at Hampton Court Palace in 1982.
114. King Khalid of Saudi Arabia Necklace
Worn By: Queen Elizabeth II and Princess Diana
Owned Since: 1979
Estimated Value: $1.6 million
King Khalid was the reigning King in Saudi Arabia from 1975 to 1982. This necklace was a gift for the Queen when she visited Saudi Arabia in 1979. The necklace was made by Harry Winston and is made from 20 dazzling pear shaped diamonds set in platinum.
King Khalid of Saudi Arabia Necklace Queen Elizabeth II ©Tim Graham / Gettyimages.com
The Queen has worn it several times over the years and still wears it today. It was also borrowed by Princess Diana who wore it to an event at The Barbican in London when she was pregnant with Prince William.
115. Coronation Necklace
Worn By: Queen Victoria
Owned Since: 1858
Estimated Value: Unknown
Arguably one of the most regal of the Royal Collection, this dazzling necklace features 26 large diamonds. 25 are up to 11.75 carats, and the main stone is the Lahore Diamond, a 22.48 carat diamond from India.
Coronation Necklace Queen Victoria ©Bettmann / Gettyimages.com | @nowtoloveau / Pinterest
While it was originally known as Queen Victoria’s diamond necklace (and earrings) it later became known as the Coronation necklace. The reason being that every Queen since Queen Victoria has worn the necklace to their coronation, including Queen Elizabeth II in 1953.
116. Nizam of Hyderabad Necklace
Worn By: Kate Middleton and Queen Elizabeth II
Owned Since: 1947
Estimated Value: Unknown
This diamond and platinum necklace is from the Queen’s personal collection and was a gift from the Nizam of Hyderabad in 1947 for her wedding. He was one of the richest men in the world at the time and he instructed Cartier to let the then-Princess choose anything she liked from their collection.
Nizam of Hyderabad Necklace Kate Middleton @vishalgupta73 / Pinterest | ©Peter Macdiarmid / Gettyimages.com
The Queen’s image is used on the Bahamian dollar bill wearing this precise necklace. It was also worn by Kate Middleton who looked absolutely stunning in 2014 at a Gala at the National Portrait Gallery in London.
117. Greville Ruby Floral Bandeau Necklace
Worn By: Queen Elizabeth II and Kate Middleton
Owned Since: 1947
Estimated Value: Unknown
This magnificent V shaped diamond and ruby necklace was a gift to the Queen for her wedding from her mother amongst other jewels. The striking necklace was worn several times by the Queen but was not seen at all since 1983, presumably as the Queen ceased to wear lower necklines.
Greville Ruby Floral Bandeau Necklace Kate Middleton @samantha_wales / silvinalopes67h / Pinterest
It was seen on Kate Middleton at a Spanish State banquet in 2017, paired with Queen Mary’s Lovers Knot tiara. The necklace looked like it was made for the Duchess and was complimented perfectly by her soft, pink lace neckline.
118. Prince Albert Sapphire Brooch Queen Elizabeth II
Worn By: Queen Elizabeth II, originally Queen Victoria
Owned Since: 1840
Estimated Value: $5.6 million*
The broach was originally a gift to Queen Victoria from Prince Albert the day before their wedding. Featuring a spectacular, perfect oval shaped sapphire of which we don’t know the true size as it’s never been released to the public. Surrounded by brilliant cut diamonds, the brooch is truly a showstopper.
Prince Albert Sapphire Brooch Queen Elizabeth II ©Chris Jackson / Gettyimages.com
Queen Victoria wore the brooch regularly, and even wore it on her wedding day. Like most of her jewels though she stopped wearing it after her husband passed in 1861. It is an heirloom to the crown according to her wishes and has been worn by all four women who held the position since.
119. Queen Victoria’s Regal Circlet Sophie, Countess of Wessex
Worn By: Queen Victoria
Owned Since: 1853
Estimated Value: Unknown
Queen Victoria’s original Regal Circlet has been dismantled and stripped of their diamonds, the largest of which is currently set in the Queen Mothers crown. The frame is currently at the Museum of London.
Queen Victoria’s Regal Circlet Sophie, Countess of Wessex ©Pascal Le Segretain / Gettyimages.com
There is some speculation about the tiara worn by Sophie, Countess of Wessex on her wedding day. It is a circlet which features a detachable fleur-de-lis, Maltese cross, and anthemion elements and it is said that they are identical to the original Regal Circlet.
120. Queen Victoria’s Diamond Fringe Brooch Queen Elizabeth II
Worn By: Queen Victoria
Owned Since: 1856
Estimated Value: Unknown
It is speculated that the larger diamonds set in this brooch were a gift to the Queen Mother from the Sultan of Turkey in 1856. The brooch features nine chains set with a very large emerald cut diamond in the center, surrounded by brilliant-cut diamonds and was inherited by the Queen in 2002.
Queen Victoria’s Diamond Fringe Brooch Queen Elizabeth II ©Chris Jackson / Gettyimages.com
The original creation worn by Queen Victoria was a much more elaborate version than the one we see today. It had a fringe that continued all along the neckline of the wearers dress in an elaborate design, literally dripping with diamonds.