Jorge - you raise a good point. Before the internet and discussion forums like this one, we simply read what the press wrote and took everything literally.
It is now apparent that there are sagas and histories galore surrounding many royal jewels. Interest in the topic has soared - I guess - because so many of us can now meet together - and daily - over our special interests. By and large, the royal institutions have come along with us and now provide more in depth information.
--Previous Message-- : Thank you for this wonderful debate. I learned : a lot with you all. : In fact the British system is quite : confusing when compared with other : monarchies. Even more confusing when we know : that some heirlooms of the crown were given : to H.M The Queen as wedding presents (for : example Queen Anne and Queen Caroline pearl : necklaces) : : : : :