Queen Elizabeth II designed the Burmese Ruby Tiara herself.
But rubies have not always been so prominent in the royal jewelry archives.
So Queen Elizabeth created her own.
LONDON, ENGLAND - JUNE 25: Britain’s King Charles III, (R), Japan’s Emperor Naruhito, Empress Masako and Queen Camilla (L), pose for a group photo ahead of the State Banquet during the State Visit to Britain of the Japanese Emperor and Empress at Buckingham Palace on June 25, 2024 in London, England. The Japanese royal couple arrived in Britain for a three-day state visit hosted by King Charles III. (Photo by Kirsty Wigglesworth - WPA Pool/Getty Images)
Egyptologists found lotus flowers, an ancient symbol of rebirth, throughout the sacred site.
Kate Middleton alsodonned the piece in late 2022for the Diplomatic Corps reception.
The trip almost did not happen, however.
Queen Elizabeth II designed the Burmese Ruby Tiara herself.
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Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, donned the the Lotus Flower Tiara, beloved by Princess Margaret and Princess Catherine.
Kate Middleton chose the Lotus Flower Tiara, emblematic of the Art Deco era, at the Diplomatic Corps reception in December 2022.
