My comment meant to imply that, unless protected by a "must be returned" ruling, Viscount Linley would have sold the piece. He sold a lot of things with serious provenance, like the collet necklace. I would say that he has been allowed to retain it for use of his family but it remains the property of the royal collection. This would also protect it if his marriage was to founder.
--Previous Message-- : : The QD clearly indicates on page 122 that : the diamond hoop necklace is in the : collection of Viscount Linley. : : : --Previous Message-- : Obviously designated as "on loan". : If Viscount Linley had inherited the piece : free & clear he would have sold it! : :