The British Royal Family’s Most Valuable Heirloom Jewelry

Published on October 5, 2021
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Queen Alexandra’s Wedding Necklace

Prince Albert worked hard on what to give Princess Alexandra (Denmark) for their wedding in 1863. He spent about $18,522 on the set that included a brooch, pair of earrings, and a diamond necklace. It’s valued at $1.6 million now and was handed down from the Queen Mother to Kate Middleton the Duchess of Cambridge.

2. Queen Alexandra's Wedding Necklace

2. Queen Alexandra’s Wedding Necklace

The Queen Mary Fringe Tiara

This piece of jewelry has a rich and wonderful history, so it’s no surprise that it was valued at $5 million! It was a stunning diamond piece that started as a necklace when worn by Queen Victoria and Queen Mary. After Mary had it reworked to be a tiara, she gave it to Princess Anne.

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3. The Queen Mary Fringe Tiara

3. The Queen Mary Fringe Tiara