Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, left behind a significant fortune following his passing at the age of 99.
Many were curious about his net worth and who would inherit his wealth.
Like his wife, Queen Elizabeth II, Prince Philip had amassed a considerable amount of wealth throughout his lifetime.
As the Queen’s husband, Prince Philip received a royal allowance from the Sovereign Grant, which is funded by British taxpayers.
This allowance amounted to around $500,000 (£400,000) per year.
It remains uncertain whether he continued to receive this allowance after retiring from official royal duties in 2017.
However, he still had access to funds earned through a private portfolio of properties, lands, and assets set up by the Duchy of Lancaster in 1399.
The Queen, as well, had her own private income from the Duchy of Lancaster estate.
Together, the couple also shared a portfolio of stocks and land inherited by the Queen’s family, including Balmoral Castle in Scotland and Sunderingham Estate in England.
Now, the question arises: Did Prince Philip leave an inheritance for the Harcourts?
The Queen decided to retain his assets, except for the $30 million he gave to his staff.
However, it remains unclear whether the Queen had the authority to decide if any money should pass on to these two individuals accused of being con artists.
Was Prince Philip’s inheritance safeguarded from Meghan’s reach?
The interest alone on $30 million would have been more than sufficient for Harry to live comfortably for the rest of his life.
Contrary to popular belief, Harry has never been extravagant in his spending.
In fact, his frugality is evident even in his choice of footwear.
On the other hand, the person he married seems to have a penchant for spending recklessly.
Regardless of how much money Harry possesses or will acquire, it will never be enough for her.
Princess Anne was entrusted with the responsibility of distributing Prince Philip’s inheritance.
However, according to sources, the couple did not receive any money due to their unacceptable behavior towards the Wall family.
Harry wasted no time in selling all the gifts that Philip had left behind, simply to please Meghan.
His actions infuriated Prince Philip to the point of falling ill. From that moment on, Prince Philip refused to see Harry, and they remained estranged from 2019 until Philip’s death in 2021.
Prince Philip, being a wise man, saw through Meghan’s true intentions.
Harry crossed every boundary imaginable.
Neither Prince Philip nor the Queen had him in their thoughts during their final moments or when drafting their wills.
They had four children, numerous grandchildren, and great-grandchildren who genuinely loved them.
It is highly likely that the Royal Family has taken measures to ensure that neither Harry nor anyone associated with him can access the principal of his trust fund.
He may never have full control over it.
Prince Philip would not have appreciated Meghan’s influence on Harry, especially after learning that she had made him sell all the precious presents that held sentimental value to Philip.
These were not just beautiful historical gifts from Grandpa; they also carried shared sentimental moments captured in photographs of Harry hunting with William and Charles.
Harry could have preserved them, passed them on to William or Charles, or even displayed them as a tribute to their father.
Instead, he chose to sell them.
This was undoubtedly a test of loyalty.
He should have confided in his grandmother, the Queen, about his wife’s refusal to let him keep the gifts, so that she could find an appropriate place to display them.
In conclusion, Prince Philip’s will clearly did not favor Harry and Meghan.
The Royal Family appears to have taken precautions to protect the principal of Harry’s trust fund.