When, some years ago, I first saw Queen Sofia wearing this necklace I thought it was a new piece, as I found it very modern looking. So when I read the book by Ricardo Saenz de Medrano on the jewels of the Queens of Spain I was very surprised to find out that the necklace had been owned by Queen Maria Cristina, and King Juan Carlos had bought it back. I really like it, it has a timeles design, very simple and elegant, that has survived through generations. I hope the next generations of spanish royal ladies will wear it too.
--Previous Message-- : : Queen Sofia has such a variety of necklaces. : Has this one been seen on any other : occasions? : : : Queen Sofia of Spain attends a Gala Dinner : honouring Argentine President Cristina : Fernandez de Kirchner, at The Royal palace : on February 09, 2009 in Madrid, Spain. : (Photo by Carlos Alvarez/Getty Images) : : : : Is it set in gold or is that just the : coloring in the photograph? : : :