It is striking that this beautiful historic piece is rarely seen. To answer Steven's question in the message that started this thread: I have never seen it since Maurits & Marilene's wedding. Perhaps it is less popular because of its figurative design. Did Juliana wear it as a sign of hope for the next generation in the Orange family?
--Previous Message-- : You are right, Queen Juliana wore the anchor : brooch during her return State Banquet at : Carpenter's Hall in London, April 13th 1972. : Maybe the anchor has a British link? Queen : Emma of the Netherlands born Princess von : Waldeck und Pyrmont was a sister of the : Duchess of Albany born Princess Helena von : Waldeck und Pyrmont. : : From ANP historic archives: : : HM Queen Juliana & HM Queen Elizabeth II : : : :