Thank you Nellie, I had the feeling it had a connection with NZ.
--Previous Message-- : : The brooch was a gift from NZ : : : http://www.royalcollection.org.uk/microsites/queenandcommonwealth/MicroObject.asp?row=94&themeid=944&item=94 : : : --Previous Message-- : Yes, this was my first impression also, when : I : looked at the photo, Queen Mary's and the : London fringes. Lovely to see HM wearing the : two fringes, but the one I like most to see : on HM is indeed Queen Alexandra's fringe : tiara. It looks higher on the Queen's head : and more regal. Not my favourite fringe, but : it does look splendid on HM. : : Is it known the provenance and name of the : brooch? I have the feeling it is worn in : honour of New Zealand, perhaps a gift from a : previous visit but I have no references on : it. : : :