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Queen Camilla wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland Tiara

Posted by The Royal Watcher <iframe src='https://members2.boardhost.com/royal-jewels/info/user=The+Royal+Watcher' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on October 18, 2023, 3:11 pm

Queen Camilla is wearing the iconic Girls of Great Britain and Ireland Tiara with the Queen’s South African Diamond Necklace and Bracelet, and her Modern Diamond Earrings for a Reception and Dinner at Mansion House in London tonight, held by the City of London to celebrate their Coronation.

...and Her Late Majesty's "Best Diamonds"

Posted by Barbara D. <iframe src='https://members2.boardhost.com/royal-jewels/info/user=ducchessa' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on October 18, 2023, 4:05 pm, in reply to "Queen Camilla wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland Tiara"

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Queen Camilla is wearing the iconic Girls of Great Britain and Ireland Tiara with the Queen’s South African Diamond Necklace and Bracelet , and her Modern Diamond Earrings for a Reception and Dinner at Mansion House in London tonight , held by the City of London to celebrate their Coronation.

And the necklace Her Late Majesty referred to as "my best diamonds", made of diamonds given to then Princess Elizabeth for her 21st birthday in South Africa

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The tiara apparently had had a good cleaning and sparkles now wonderfully again.

Re: ...and Her Late Majesty's "Best Diamonds"

Posted by Cristina <iframe src='https://members2.boardhost.com/royal-jewels/info/user=Cristina' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on October 18, 2023, 4:47 pm, in reply to "...and Her Late Majesty's "Best Diamonds""

Yes, definatelly the tiara was cleaned, the sparkle is wonderful.

I am so very glad HM is starting to wear some more jewels from the late Queen. Altough I love the George VI suite we have seen that one several times on Queen Camilla.

But I have to say no one wore the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland tiara better than Queen Elizabeth... Her oficial photographs in the early years of her reign wearing this tiara are some of the most iconic pictures of the XX century.

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Posted by 992234177 <iframe src='https://members2.boardhost.com/royal-jewels/info/user=992234177' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on October 18, 2023, 5:44 pm, in reply to "Queen Camilla wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland Tiara"

The tiara looks very wide, could it be a new fame?

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Posted by JohnPete <iframe src='https://members2.boardhost.com/royal-jewels/info/user=JohnPete' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on October 18, 2023, 7:03 pm, in reply to "Re: Queen Camilla wearing the Girls of Great Britain and Ireland Tiara"

yes it does look wider, I think it must be flexible because I’ve seen a photo of Queen Mary wearing it when she was younger and it sat on top of her head like a coronet.

I’m thrilled this tiara is gracing the head of a third queen! (and it DOES look more sparkly, maybe the old queen regnant thought cleaning one’s diamonds was too much of a luxury)

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The tiara looks very wide, could it be a new fame?

Re: ...Girls tiara (ed)

Posted by Nellie <iframe src='https://members2.boardhost.com/royal-jewels/info/user=Nellie' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on October 18, 2023, 7:56 pm, in reply to "Re: ...and Her Late Majesty's "Best Diamonds""

The tiara seems to be sitting on an added very narrow band, for height?

See the small central upright bar. We can zoom in on the following.

https://media.gettyimages.com/id/1743523013/photo/king-charles-iii-and-queen-camilla-attend-reception-and-dinner-in-honour-of-their-coronation.jpg?s=2048x2048&w=gi&k=20&c=EzxVx7wThp1aAcYSQUexsTUJjkWkjad5NdSWAxvPs9o=

EDit added: My mistake.
The slim lower band has been there for ages.

Re: ...Girls tiara (ed)

Posted by Wills <iframe src='https://members2.boardhost.com/royal-jewels/info/user=Wills' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on October 19, 2023, 12:29 pm, in reply to "Re: ...Girls tiara (ed)"

I’m shocked I thought this piece would have gone in semi retirement for now as It was so closely associated with the Late Queen I thought next time I’d see it would be on Catherine

Re: ...Girls tiara (ed)

Posted by Lorenzo <iframe src='https://members2.boardhost.com/royal-jewels/info/user=Lorenzo94' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on October 19, 2023, 2:24 pm, in reply to "Re: ...Girls tiara (ed)"

😂😂😂

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I’m shocked I thought this piece would have gone in semi retirement for now as It was so closely associated with the Late Queen I thought next time I’d see it would be on Catherine

Re: ...Girls tiara (ed)

Posted by Nellie <iframe src='https://members2.boardhost.com/royal-jewels/info/user=Nellie' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on October 19, 2023, 5:19 pm, in reply to "Re: ...Girls tiara (ed)"

I too was shocked when I saw it. Now I have said it.
Our memories of the beloved Queen Elizabeth II are still very strong.
That tiara is the item of jewellery most closely associated with her, in life, in portraits, on stamps and on coins still in circulation.
The speed with which iconic symbols of the reign of a queen regnant are being dismissed is distressing.
Not even her crimson robe worn at her coronation and followed by countless state openings of parliament has been spared.
So much for recognition of the longest reign in British history, man or woman.

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😂😂😂

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I’m shocked I thought this piece would have gone in semi retirement for now as It was so closely associated with the Late Queen I thought next time I’d see it would be on Catherine

Re: ...Girls tiara (ed)

Posted by Paisley <iframe src='https://members2.boardhost.com/royal-jewels/info/user=Paisley' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on October 19, 2023, 6:57 pm, in reply to "Re: ...Girls tiara (ed)"

If, indeed, the rules have changed about "resting" a piece that was closely associated with someone from the past, which formerly unseen pieces might we hope to see worn?

Re: ...Girls tiara (ed)

Posted by JohnPete <iframe src='https://members2.boardhost.com/royal-jewels/info/user=JohnPete' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on October 20, 2023, 2:34 am, in reply to "Re: ...Girls tiara (ed)"

Jewels are meant to be worn. How long do Queen Elizabeth’s pieces need to “cool down” before someone else can wear them? Queen Alexandra wore Queen Victoria’s small crown immediately for her first Parliament.
How much of this is about Queen Elizabeth’s memory? or is it just that Camilla is wearing the pieces? I’m pretty sure I’ve read people saying they hope the iconic pieces are seen again with Catherine.

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If, indeed, the rules have changed about "resting" a piece that was closely associated with someone from the past, which formerly unseen pieces might we hope to see worn?

Re: ...Girls tiara (ed)

Posted by Lucas <iframe src='https://members2.boardhost.com/royal-jewels/info/user=Lucas' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on October 20, 2023, 3:09 am, in reply to "Re: ...Girls tiara (ed)"

The King is dead, long live the King!

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I too was shocked when I saw it. Now I have said it.
Our memories of the beloved Queen Elizabeth II are still very strong.
That tiara is the item of jewellery most closely associated with her, in life, in portraits, on stamps and on coins still in circulation.
The speed with which iconic symbols of the reign of a queen regnant are being dismissed is distressing.
Not even her crimson robe worn at her coronation and followed by countless state openings of parliament has been spared.
So much for recognition of the longest reign in British history , man or woman.

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😂😂😂

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I’m shocked I thought this piece would have gone in semi retirement for now as It was so closely associated with the Late Queen I thought next time I’d see it would be on Catherine

Re: ...Girls tiara (ed)

Posted by Honor <iframe src='https://members2.boardhost.com/royal-jewels/info/user=Honor' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on October 20, 2023, 3:29 pm, in reply to "Re: ...Girls tiara (ed)"

Another way of looking at it is that it's a tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II--a reminder of her. Monarchy is supposed to be about continuity, after all. Too, this tiara was of course first associated with a Queen Consort, Queen Mary. I would not be surprised if QEII made known a wish that Camilla would wear these pieces. It's not good for the institution if the King's consort is de-legitimized; and how long is a 75-year-old woman supposed to wait to wear the symbols of her position and role? An official year of mourning has passed.

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I too was shocked when I saw it. Now I have said it.
Our memories of the beloved Queen Elizabeth II are still very strong.
That tiara is the item of jewellery most closely associated with her, in life, in portraits, on stamps and on coins still in circulation.
The speed with which iconic symbols of the reign of a queen regnant are being dismissed is distressing.
Not even her crimson robe worn at her coronation and followed by countless state openings of parliament has been spared.
So much for recognition of the longest reign in British history , man or woman.

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😂😂😂

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I’m shocked I thought this piece would have gone in semi retirement for now as It was so closely associated with the Late Queen I thought next time I’d see it would be on Catherine

Re: ...Girls tiara (ed)

Posted by Wills <iframe src='https://members2.boardhost.com/royal-jewels/info/user=Wills' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on October 22, 2023, 1:57 pm, in reply to "Re: ...Girls tiara (ed)"

I by no means think there’s anything wrong with queen camilla wearing the tiara and I hope she wears all the jewels the royal vault has to offer I personally have nothing against her I was shocked because I just thought it was one piece that would be rested when there’s so much to choose from in the royal vault

Re: ...Girls tiara (ed)

Posted by Honor <iframe src='https://members2.boardhost.com/royal-jewels/info/user=Honor' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on October 22, 2023, 4:30 pm, in reply to "Re: ...Girls tiara (ed)"

Yes, agreed. I do understand the spirit of your comment.

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Posted by John R <iframe src='https://members2.boardhost.com/royal-jewels/info/user=John+R' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on October 23, 2023, 1:51 pm, in reply to "Re: ...Girls tiara (ed)"

The jewels have passed on to Charles, not Camilla and apparently - and not surprisingly - he has given his wife FULL access to the jewels he now owns. Should Charles or his courtiers have given the insensitively wicked Queen a list of items too closely associated with his Mummy? Seriously! Let's enjoy the fact that this magnificent collection is being worn. Who knows for how long.

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If, indeed, the rules have changed about "resting" a piece that was closely associated with someone from the past, which formerly unseen pieces might we hope to see worn?

Re: ...Girls tiara (ed)

Posted by Kongetro <iframe src='https://members2.boardhost.com/royal-jewels/info/user=Kongetro' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on October 27, 2023, 7:19 am, in reply to "Re: ...Girls tiara (ed)"

I have to say I do agree with those who say that there is no reason for Queen Camilla to wait before wearing the late Queen's jewels. As Honor said it is more a tribute to her late mother-in-law than anything else.

Queen Camilla seems to wear the tiara slightly different that the late Queen though. It looks wider, or more open, in a way. To be honest, the first second I looked at the photo I thought it was the Greville Honeycomb tiara again... like a fence of Diamonds. I suspect she wears the tiaras in this way because of her hairstyle. It is becoming rather iconic and I do like it - don't get me wrong - but it might not give the Queen the chance to wear the tiaras in a variety of ways.

Kongetro

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