Queen Camilla attended a service at St. Mary Magdalene Church on Sunday 5th January, marking one of her and King Charles’ first public appearances of the New Year.
The senior royal looked elegant in a long-line chocolate wool coat, paired with knee-high boots and matching leather gloves.
As always, Queen Camilla’s accessories were on point, with her choice of a particularly special brooch that once belonged to Queen Elizabeth II.
Leading diamond experts at UK retailer Steven Stone have closely examined the rarely seen brooch, uncovering all the details, from its origins to its estimated value.
“Queen Camilla kicked off what promises to be a spectacular year of jewelry with the Raspberry Pip brooch. A cherished piece from Queen Elizabeth II’s private collection, the late monarch is believed to have adored this brooch. However, it was Queen Camilla who became the first to wear it in decades when she attended the Christmas service in 2023.
Designed in the shape of a Georgian cross, the breathtaking jewel appears to be set with a combination of topaz and diamonds. Topaz is one of the clearest gemstones, and as seen with Queen Camilla’s brooch, the colour of the fabric of her coat beautifully shines through the transparent stones, enhancing their brilliance.
Enhancing its rich history, the diamond brooch was reportedly a wedding gift to Queen Elizabeth II’s grandmother, the Countess of Strathmore, in 1881.
I’d estimate the brooch to be worth around £40,000. While that may seem significant, it’s actually quite modest compared to Queen Elizabeth II’s most expensive brooch – the Cullinan III and IV brooch, which is valued at an astonishing £50,000,000.”
maxwell stone, creative director, steven stone
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