Posted by John R on February 2, 2014, 6:18 am, in reply to "Sapphire bow brooch"
Excuse me? Who is the Queen Consort? Why should she not wear stunning jewels? She and her husband outrank the Princess. Some people might not like it, but that's the way it is. And she did in no way step in HRH's limelight yesterday. Please!
--Previous Message-- : " I am surprised by the choice to let it : re-appear after more than three decades : during a tribute. I mean: this awesome piece : was not worn during a grand stately event : but during a mass event in : Rotterdam...." : : Fully agree here, the focuss was on Beatrix : and her 33 years of reign. : To let this priceless heirloom re-appear one : might have opted for a more official : occasion where the new Royal Couple were the : centre of attention ! : Not even Queen Beatrix' sisters were using : eye-catchers for this event .... : : : : : : :