Princess Kate made a stunning appearance, adorned with a magnificent platinum and diamond necklace lent to her by Queen Elizabeth herself.
The Duchess of Cambridge paired this exquisite piece with a midnight blue Jenny Packham dress, creating an elegant ensemble for the occasion.
It was revealed that Kate wore a pearl choker that once belonged to the late Queen Mother, while Meghan Markle received a pair of pearl and diamond drop earrings from the Queen during their first joint engagement in 2018, the same year Meghan joined the royal family.
As speculations arise regarding Princess Charlotte’s future jewellery collection, royal observers suggest that the young princess will have the privilege of selecting from the palace’s vast array of precious gems when she grows older.
In fact, two pieces have already been planned for the six-year-old.
Surprisingly, it has been reported that Princess Charlotte will inherit a priceless relic that belonged to Princess Diana, rather than receiving items passed down from her great-grandmother, Queen Elizabeth.
While it is expected that Kate Middleton will receive the majority of Queen Elizabeth’s jewellery collection, there is a catch.
Following the Queen’s passing at the age of 96, the royal family has initiated the process of sorting through her belongings, including her coveted jewellery.
However, the crown jewels are subject to strict regulations, and only the current monarch, King Charles III, the Archbishop of Canterbury, and the Crown Jeweller are permitted to handle them.
In terms of other inheritances, it is speculated that Princess Anne, the Queen’s daughter, will likely receive her mother-in-law Princess Alice of Battenberg’s engagement ring.
Meanwhile, King Charles has firmly stated his commitment to maintaining the monarchy’s extensive real estate empire.
Despite expectations of downsizing, the King plans to transform Buckingham Palace into a residence befitting a king, following a £369 million renovation that will conclude in four years.
This decision also contradicts rumors suggesting that Prince Andrew would be given Harry and Meghan’s home in Windsor, as part of a larger effort to reduce the monarchy’s expenses.
The King’s focus remains on assisting Prince Andrew with his financial troubles, resulting from a reduction in his allowance following his controversial actions.
Additionally, there may be some personal motivations tied to the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s criticisms of the royal family.
However, contrary to previous speculations, there are no plans to hand over Balmoral to the public or transform Buckingham Palace into a tourist attraction.
While the King desires to increase public access to official residences like Buckingham Palace and Balmoral, the specific approach is still under consideration.
For now, the King’s immediate concern is Prince Andrew’s royal lodge mansion in Windsor.
The property, consisting of 30 rooms and seven bedrooms, is reportedly in a state of disrepair, requiring extensive renovations.
Concerned about his brother’s financial capabilities, the King aims to support Andrew in restoring the mansion.
The estimated cost for refurbishments, including the roof, exterior painting, and redecoration, is anticipated to reach £1 million.
Furthermore, the surrounding 98-acre grounds, which house six cottages previously occupied by royal staff, are said to have fallen into neglect.
As the royal family navigates these matters, Princess Kate continues to captivate with her choice of jewellery, while Princess Charlotte eagerly awaits her turn to embrace the legacy of the crown.