Rare Royal Jewels Unveiled in Buckingham Palace Exhibition
The King’s Gallery at Buckingham Palace will host an exhibition of over 300 pieces of British royal jewelry, titled “Royal Jewellery: From Coronations to Keepsakes.” Scheduled to open on June 25, 2027, the exhibition will showcase items spanning from the Georgian and Victorian eras to Art Deco and mid-century styles.
Historic Pieces on Display
Highlights include the Diamond Diadem, created for George IV’s coronation and later worn by Queen Elizabeth II at the State Opening of Parliament. Queen Victoria’s Small Diamond Crown, placed on her coffin during her lying-in-state, will also be featured. Notably, the public will see for the first time cufflinks believed to have been worn by Charles I at his 1649 execution.
Personal Stories Behind the Jewels
The exhibition will include pieces associated with queens and royal consorts, each carrying a unique story. A garnet jewelry set linked to Queen Charlotte, wife of King George III, and a gold serpent bracelet with diamonds and a black pearl from Queen Alexandra’s collection will be on display. Queen Mary’s jewelry will feature a Fabergé aquamarine-and-diamond pendant, while a Greville emerald-and-diamond necklace, worn by Queen Elizabeth II, will also be shown.
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For those affected by the monarchy’s history, this exhibition offers a rare glimpse into the personal lives of royal figures, revealing the emotional and political significance of these artifacts. It’s a chance to connect with the past in a way that feels both intimate and grand.
Queen Victoria and Prince Albert’s Legacy
Queen Victoria’s collection includes a ring with five emeralds surrounding a ruby and a diamond-and-sapphire brooch given to her by Prince Albert the night before their wedding. Other pieces linked to the couple include a bracelet with pebbles from their first journey alone, a thistle brooch containing their eldest daughter’s first milk tooth, and a mourning ring made after Albert’s death in 1861.
Co-curators Caroline de Guitaut and Kathryn Jones described the exhibition as “unprecedented” and noted that it will be accompanied by the first full study of the British royal jewelry collection. The Royal Collection Trust has organized the nine-month exhibition, offering visitors a unique opportunity to explore the monarchy’s history through its most cherished treasures.
