Queen of england crown

Queen Elizabeth had one of the largest and most expensive private collections of jewels in the world, and at the heart of it are around 50 stunning tiaras.

Imperial State Crown Crown of Queen Mary of Modena Imperial Crown of India Prince of Wales' Crown St. Edwards Crown These wonderful illustrations are from The Crown Jewels of England by Sir George John Younghusband and Cyril Davenport, which was published in 1919. I love the colours, opulence and masculine softness. They have got me in the mood for some Royal research, so watch this space. All images © PoodlesRock/Corbis

Our series on the jewels worn by British queens regnant and consort for their coronations continues today with the rather incredible 1902 coronation ensemble of Queen Alexandra. You like jewels? We've definitely got jewels for you

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Learn all about the real Imperial State Crown that Queen Elizabeth wore during her coronation

Earliest recorded medieval crown, first recorded in a list of 1399. Anne of Bohemia. It has twelve (Fleur de Lys) lilies rising from the circlet, alternately tall and short. The circlet's design is based on twelve gold rings beneath the lilies, mounted with hexagonal shapes in alternating red and blue enamel and gold openwork elements, underneath the circlet. All 12 stems are removable and numbered for correct placement

The Montana Sapphire is the only American jewel included in England's crown jewels. Now there is a bit of contention and mystery surrounding this fact, but a lot of sources confirm it!