This morning, King Charles, Princess William and Queen Camilla joined crowds in Portsmouth to mark the 80th anniversary since the D-Day landings.
In his first public speech since his cancer diagnosis, King Charles expressed his deep admiration and respect for those who took part, telling veterans and their families how we’re all eternally in their debt. He went on to emphasise the importance of remembering that remarkable wartime generation.
The King delivered his moving speech with Queen Camilla at his side and as always, she exuded elegance. Wearing a baby pink dress, paired with a matching coat and hat, the Queen accessorised with pearl jewellery – including a particularly poignant necklace.
Fine jewellery experts at Steven Stone have revealed everything there is to know about the necklace, from where we’ve seen it before to its all important value.
Camilla’s necklace features four strands of cultured pearls – cultured pearls are genuine pearls, produced by an oyster or mollusk, but with human assistance. Though cultured pearls are genuine pearls, they’re much less rare than natural pearls, which means that they’re worth less.
Linking the pearls is a round cluster of round Edwardian cut diamonds, with a combined weight of 3 carats.
What do pearls represent?
Edwardian jewellery represents femininity, making this a particularly fitting piece for Camilla, who is a powerful and prominent social figure.
It’s also a particularly fitting piece as pearls are among the most resilient gemstones, capable of withstanding immense external pressures without breaking.
Not only could this be a nod to the turbulent year that the royal family are having with both King Charles and Kate Middleton undergoing cancer treatment, but it serves as a poignant tribute to the courage, resilience and solidarity demonstrated by those who stormed the Normandy beaches on D-Day.
Where have we seen the necklace before?
Queen Camilla must be especially fond of the necklace as she’s frequently seen wearing it to daytime events. She notably complimented her navy outfit with it at British Champions Day at Ascot Racetrack in October, which was the first side the sad passing of Queen Elizabeth II.
The senior royal was also wearing it when her and King Charles landing in France for their three day visit in September 2023.
“Queen Camilla’s necklace features four strands of cultured pearls. Though cultured pearls are genuine pearls, they’re much less rarer than natural pearls, which will reflect in the overall value. The pearls are linked by a round cluster of round Edwardian cut diamonds, with a combined weight of 3 carats.
Pearls are among the most resilient gemstones, capable of withstanding immense external pressures without breaking. This made Queen Camilla’s choice particularly heart-warming, as it served as a poignant tribute to the courage, resilience, and solidarity demonstrated by those who stormed the Normandy beaches on D-Day
I’d estimate the piece to be worth approximately £50,000 ($64,000).”
maxwell stone, creative director, steven stone
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