Thank you for the clarification regarding the dates Helen (and HM's dress on each occasion). I appreciate the information, as it helps me differentiate the two different events. Many thanks.
--Previous Message-- : Just a word on photos - in case anyone is : saving them with the dates. The 1st photo of : the Queen posted by adca - it is actually : taken during the 1989 State opening of : parliament, when QEII wore the Baring ruby : necklace & a V necked white dress with : gold embroidery. The 2nd photo posted by : Arthur shows the 1990 State opening of : parliament when QEII wore the Qatar ruby : necklace & a round necked gold dress. : Does not really matter to the subject of : this thread as QEII had 2 different ruby : necklaces & earrings for 2 years in a : row!! :