Duchess of Cambridge Appears in Jewels From House of Garrard for US State Banquet
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The House of Garrard, which claims to be the longest-serving jeweler in the world, recently announced its continuous association with the British monarchy with the revelation that a number of its historic pieces from the Royal Collection were worn by The QueeDuchess of Cambridge Appears in Jewels From House of Garrard for US State Banquet
The House of Garrard, which claims to be the longest-serving jeweler in the world, recently announced its continuous association with the British monarchy with the revelation that a number of its historic pieces from the Royal Collection were worn by The Queen and The Duchess of Cambridge at the State Banquet in honor of the US President, according to a PR Newswire release.Queen Elizabeth II was seen donning a suite of ruby jewels crafted by Garrard. Interestingly, the Burmese Ruby and Diamond Tiara carries rubies gifted to the queen for her wedding by the people of Burma and it was requested personally by the queen in 1973 to include it in the tiara. “The 96 rubies are a symbolic gesture, as rubies in Burmese culture protect from illness and evil, in this case to protect the wearer from the 96 diseases that can afflict humans. The rubies and diamonds are set in a series of rose motifs inspired by the Tudor Rose, the heraldic symbol of Britain. The tiara was complemented by earrings and a necklace, which were originally purchased from Garrard by Queen Victoria in 1854 and featured opals, before being altered by Queen Alexandra to instead contain rubies,” says the release.While the queen was on a tour to the Royal Collection with the US President and First Lady earlier in the day, she was also seen wearing the Cullinan VI and VIII brooch that was crafted by Garrard way back in 1911. Her Round Cambridge Emerald brooch also garnered praise and made heads turn during the start of the State Visit, where she greeted the US President.The Duchess of Cambridge on the other hand made the Lover’s Knot tiara do all the talking. The iconic tiara was originally created for Queen Mary in 1913. The tiara, which had diamonds and a collection of 19 hanging pearls set in silver and gold, was noticeable even from afar.“The House of Garrard received its first royal commission in 1735 for HRH Frederick, Prince of Wales. Garrard was appointed the first official Crown Jeweler in 1843 by Queen Victoria and has since served every successive monarch, creating many beautiful pieces that remain in the Royal Collection today,” says the release. https://www.blouinartinfo.com/ Founder: Louise Blouin Read more