If you’ve ever seen any of the British crown jewels, you know they’re not exactly subtle. They are sparkle-set to the max: ...

For Saturday’s coronation, it’s been sent to royal jewelers Garrard & Co., who will ensure it is perfect. The crown carries so many precious jewels — 2,688 diamonds, 273 pearls, 17 sapphires ...

Queen Elizabeth II wore the Imperial State Crown for her coronation in 1953 - Copyright AFP Juan BARRETO Queen Elizabeth II wore the Imperial State Crown for her ...

King Charles III and Queen Camilla wore many of the royal family's Crown Jewels at their coronation. Critics say the some of the large gems represent the British empire's dark history of imperialism.

a piece of the Royal Family’s famous Crown Jewels, a collection known for its extravagance and controversies as they feature jewels mined from former United Kingdom colonies and ivory from the ...

The crown jewels are part of the royal collection and are held in trust for the nation, meaning they cannot be sold or broken up but can still be altered for their continued use. They are afforded ...

But in the case of the British crown jewels, an update in the Tower of London ... to tell more of the background and significance of the royal regalia, including such controversial aspects as ...

Simon Perry The inspiration for storyteller Jeffrey Archer’s new novel about a plot to steal the Crown Jewels came from an unlikely place: the royal household! A little nudge over dinner one ...

The crown was commissioned for king George VI's coronation in 1937. Used for formal events such as the state opening of parliament, Queen Elizabeth II wore it following her coronation ceremony.

If you’ve ever seen any of the British crown jewels, you know they’re not exactly subtle. They are sparkle-set to the max: crowns encrusted with thousands of diamonds, gold scepters, jewel ...

PA Images via Reuters Connect London: The Crown Jewels form the centrepiece of the royal coronation, and symbolise the pomp and history of the British monarchy over the centuries. The crown was ...