Queen Camilla wears historic State Diadem during King's Speech
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Queen Camilla selected one of the most exquisite pieces from the royal jewellery collection for today's State Opening of Parliament.The Queen arrived at Westminster wearing the Diamond Diadem, also known as the George IV State Diadem.This marks the third occasion on which Her Majesty has donned the spectacular headpiece for the ceremony, having previously worn it at the 2023 and 2024 State Openings.No State Opening took place last year, as the parliamentary session from 2024 continued without interruption.
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TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say The diadem remains among the most recognisable and treasured items in the entire royal collection.It was created by the royal jewellers Rundell & Bridge, who received the commission in 1820 and finished the piece that May.Its original price of £8,216 would equate to approximately £815,000 in today's currency.Philip Liebart, the firm's principal designer, conceived the piece, drawing inspiration from early concepts for George IV's Imperial State...
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