I thought of that too Beth, I did not mentioned it because I was not sure of that information. But it is indeed a strong possibility; Queen Sofia has many jewels that are most certainly middle eastern gifts (sets of huge saphires, diamonds, rubis...).
--Previous Message-- : Thank you Cristina. I wonder if wearing the : smaller turquoise necklace for the visit of : King Hussein might indicate that the King : gave it to Queen Sofia. : : King Hussein is said to have given QEII this : turquoise suite : : : : : :