<p>Queen Elizabeth is no longer between us. The United Kingdom's longest-ruling monarch passed away on September 8. Elizabeth has left a huge legacy behind her that will always be cherished by her family &amp; millions of followers. We all are aware that diamonds and tiaras have always been necessary parts of Queen Elizabeth's life. In her 70 years of rule, Elizabeth has always managed to grab headlines for her intricate and symbolic diamond pieces, whether it was her big&nbsp;bracelet, gifted to her by Prince Philip or her giant Ireland Tiara, and how can we forget her festoon diamond piece.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/queen-elizabeth-live-updates-concerns-mount-over-the-monarchs-health-514190" hreflang="en">Queen's death LIVE updates</a><br />
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But, did you know, among many countless pieces, the one diamond-encrusted necklace&nbsp;that she had always flaunted on many&nbsp;big occasions and in historic portraits, was a very special wedding gift?&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-the-crown-creator-says-the-series-is-a-love-letter-to-queen-elizabeth-ii-to-pause-filming-out-of-respect-514498" hreflang="en">'The Crown' creator says the series is a love letter to Queen Elizabeth II, to pause filming out of respect</a><br />
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The 300-diamond studded necklace that had a special place in her wardrobe&nbsp;was her wedding present from the Nizam of Hyderabad Asaf Jah VII. In 1947, Nizam made sure that Elizabeth should&nbsp;herself select her wedding gift and the platinum necklace was the first thing that&nbsp;grabbed&nbsp;the late monarch's eyes. The platinum neck piece was reportedly made in the 1930s.</p>

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<p>''The necklace was given to then Princess Elizabeth as a wedding present in 1947 from the Nizam (ruler) of Hyderabad. The Nizam left instructions with the firm of Cartier in London that Princess Elizabeth should select a wedding gift herself, and this platinum necklace set with approximately 300 diamonds was chosen,'' the caption read of the post shared by the Royal family.&nbsp;<br />
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''Her Majesty has continued to wear the necklace throughout her reign and has also loaned it to The Duchess of Cambridge.''</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/who-is-next-line-of-succession-explained-after-death-of-queen-elizabeth-ii-514442" hreflang="en">Who is next? Line of succession explained after death of Queen Elizabeth II</a><br />
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The Nizam of Hyderabad was one of the richest men around the world and he had&nbsp;also gifted the late queen the beautiful Hyderabad Tiara encrusted by diamond. Made by Cartier, the tiara had detachable rose brooches. The tiara was dismantled in 1973 and the Burmese Ruby Tiara was made out of it.&nbsp;<br />
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You can see the necklace in some of the iconic images like the official portrait sent to the embassies and regiments all over the world or the stamp that was clicked after her coronation in 1952.&nbsp;<br />
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The Queen has lent the necklace to Kate Middleton.</p>


Queen Elizabeth is no longer between us. The United Kingdom's longest-ruling monarch passed away on September 8. Elizabeth has left a huge legacy behind her that will always be cherished by her family & millions of followers.

Queen Elizabeth is no longer between us. The United Kingdom's longest-ruling monarch passed away on September 8. Elizabeth has left a huge legacy behind her that will always be cherished by her family & millions of followers. We all are aware that diamonds and tiaras have always been necessary parts of Queen Elizabeth's life. In her 70 years of rule, Elizabeth has always managed to grab headlines for her intricate and symbolic diamond pieces, whether it was her big bracelet, gifted to her by Prince Philip or her giant Ireland Tiara, and how can we forget her festoon diamond piece. Queen's death LIVE updates But, did you know, among many countless pieces, the one diamond-encrusted necklace that she had always flaunted on many big occasions and in historic portraits, was a very special wedding gift? 'The Crown' creator says the series is a love letter to Queen Elizabeth II, to pause filming out of respect The 300-diamond studded necklace that had a special place in her wardrobe was her wedding present from the Nizam of Hyderabad Asaf Jah VII. In 1947, Nizam made sure that Elizabeth should herself select her wedding gift and the platinum necklace was the first thing that grabbed the late monarch's eyes. The platinum neck piece was reportedly made in the 1930s. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Royal Family (@theroyalfamily) × ''The necklace was given to then Princess Elizabeth as a wedding present in 1947 from the Nizam (ruler) of Hyderabad. The Nizam left instructions with the firm of Cartier in London that Princess Elizabeth should select a wedding gift herself, and this platinum necklace set with approximately 300 diamonds was chosen,'' the caption read of the post shared by the Royal family. ''Her Majesty has continued to wear the necklace throughout her reign and has also loaned it to The Duchess of Cambridge.'' Who is next? Line of succession explained after death of Queen Elizabeth II The Nizam of Hyderabad was one of the richest men around the world and he had also gifted the late queen the beautiful Hyderabad Tiara encrusted by diamond. Made by Cartier, the tiara had detachable rose brooches. The tiara was dismantled in 1973 and the Burmese Ruby Tiara was made out of it. You can see the necklace in some of the iconic images like the official portrait sent to the embassies and regiments all over the world or the stamp that was clicked after her coronation in 1952. The Queen has lent the necklace to Kate Middleton.

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<p>Top hats, plumes of feathers and flowers were the order of the day as the British Royalty enjoyed day one of the Royal Ascot races on Tuesday.<br />
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Joined by the King and Queen of the Netherlands, most of the royal family -- sans Prince Harry and the Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle -- made their way to the dearly loved races which are being held from June 18 to June 22, 2019.<br />
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Along with Queen Elizabeth II, the Prince of Wales, the Duchess of Cornwall, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were seen at the do. The Duke of York was also in attendance on Tuesday.<br />
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Queen Elizabeth II, who has attended every day of the gathering for the last 64 years, was seen wearing a cornflower blue coat and hat, as she sat in the leading horse-drawn carriage in the royal procession. Her arrival traditionally heralds the start of the races, as per CNN.<br />
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Blue seemed to be the colour of choice for most of the women in the British royal family, right from the Queen to the Duchess of Cambridge, who could be seen wearing shades of the colour on the first day.&nbsp;<br />
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Duchess Kate of Cambridge wore a dusty blue-coloured, two-piece outfit by Elie Saab and a matching hat by Philip Treacy, which was adorned with flowers. Prince William, on the other hand, looked every bit British in a three-piece suit with a top hat and an umbrella as he accompanied Kate through the royal engagements.<br />
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The Queens`s eldest granddaughter, Zara Phillips Tindall was also seen at the races in a flower-patterned dress.<br />
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Both men and women have to adhere to a strict code of dressing while attending the event, which has the royal seal of approval.<br />
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"Royal Ascot is an annual event attended by The Queen, who has had an interest in horses since childhood, and Members of the Royal Family," Kensington Palace, the official Instagram account of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge posted alongside a picture of Kate. "The week has become Britain`s most popular race meeting, welcoming around 300,000 visitors over five days," it added.</p>

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<p style=" margin:8px 0 0 0; padding:0 4px;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/By26I6BFUhO/" style=" color:#000; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none; word-wrap:break-word;" target="_blank">The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, along with The Queen and Members of the Royal Family, attended Royal Ascot — today they were joined by The King and Queen of the Netherlands. Royal Ascot is an annual event attended by The Queen, who has had an interest in horses since childhood, and Members of the Royal Family. The week has become Britain's most popular race meeting, welcoming around 300,000 visitors over five days. Ascot Racecourse was founded by Queen Anne in 1711, and has since received the patronage of a further eleven monarchs. The Ascot summer race meeting officially became a Royal week in 1911. The Queen is owner and breeder of many thoroughbred horses and shares her interest in horses with many members of her family — and The Queen's own horses have won races at Royal Ascot a number of times. 📷 PA @theroyalfamily @koninklijkhuis #RoyalAscot</a></p>

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<p>The Ascot Racecourse has enjoyed royal patronage ever since it was founded by Queen Anne in 1711. The summer race meeting officially became a Royal week in 1911.</p>


Top hats, plumes of feathers and flowers were the order of the day as the British Royalty enjoyed day one of the Royal Ascot races on Tuesday. Joined by the King and Queen of the Netherlands, most of the royal family -- sans Prince Harry and the Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle -- made their way to the dearly loved races which are being held from June 18 to June 22, 2019.

Top hats, plumes of feathers and flowers were the order of the day as the British Royalty enjoyed day one of the Royal Ascot races on Tuesday. Joined by the King and Queen of the Netherlands, most of the royal family -- sans Prince Harry and the Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle -- made their way to the dearly loved races which are being held from June 18 to June 22, 2019. Along with Queen Elizabeth II, the Prince of Wales, the Duchess of Cornwall, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were seen at the do. The Duke of York was also in attendance on Tuesday. Queen Elizabeth II, who has attended every day of the gathering for the last 64 years, was seen wearing a cornflower blue coat and hat, as she sat in the leading horse-drawn carriage in the royal procession. Her arrival traditionally heralds the start of the races, as per CNN. Blue seemed to be the colour of choice for most of the women in the British royal family, right from the Queen to the Duchess of Cambridge, who could be seen wearing shades of the colour on the first day. Duchess Kate of Cambridge wore a dusty blue-coloured, two-piece outfit by Elie Saab and a matching hat by Philip Treacy, which was adorned with flowers. Prince William, on the other hand, looked every bit British in a three-piece suit with a top hat and an umbrella as he accompanied Kate through the royal engagements. The Queens`s eldest granddaughter, Zara Phillips Tindall was also seen at the races in a flower-patterned dress. Both men and women have to adhere to a strict code of dressing while attending the event, which has the royal seal of approval. "Royal Ascot is an annual event attended by The Queen, who has had an interest in horses since childhood, and Members of the Royal Family," Kensington Palace, the official Instagram account of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge posted alongside a picture of Kate. "The week has become Britain`s most popular race meeting, welcoming around 300,000 visitors over five days," it added. View this post on Instagram The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, along with The Queen and Members of the Royal Family, attended Royal Ascot — today they were joined by The King and Queen of the Netherlands. Royal Ascot is an annual event attended by The Queen, who has had an interest in horses since childhood, and Members of the Royal Family. The week has become Britain's most popular race meeting, welcoming around 300,000 visitors over five days. Ascot Racecourse was founded by Queen Anne in 1711, and has since received the patronage of a further eleven monarchs. The Ascot summer race meeting officially became a Royal week in 1911. The Queen is owner and breeder of many thoroughbred horses and shares her interest in horses with many members of her family — and The Queen's own horses have won races at Royal Ascot a number of times. 📷 PA @theroyalfamily @koninklijkhuis #RoyalAscot A post shared by Kensington Palace (@kensingtonroyal) on Jun 18, 2019 at 9:32am PDT × The Ascot Racecourse has enjoyed royal patronage ever since it was founded by Queen Anne in 1711. The summer race meeting officially became a Royal week in 1911.

Royals usher in day 1 of the Ascot races in style

<p>The best of the designers showcased their designs on Tuesday on the ramp at the London Fashion Week, but all eyes were off the ramp on someone who was seated in the front row. Britain`s Queen Elizabeth II was a surprise guest on Tuesday at the London Fashion Week.&nbsp;<br />
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It was the first time in her 65-year reign that the Queen attended the LFW.<br />
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Dressed in a pale blue suit, she attended designer Richard Quinn`s show and later awarded him with the inaugural Queen Elizabeth II Award for British Design.<br />
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The royal family`s official Twitter account says, &quot;The Award, initiated in recognition of the role the fashion industry plays in society &amp; diplomacy, will be awarded annually to an emerging British fashion designer who shows talent and originality, whilst demonstrating value to the community and/or sustainable policies.&quot;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">The Queen watched Richard Quinn&rsquo;s show from the front row <a href="https://twitter.com/LondonFashionWk?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@LondonFashionWk</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/LFW?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#LFW</a> before presenting him with his award.<br />
Each year a designer will be selected by the <a href="https://twitter.com/BFC?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BFC</a>, in collaboration with the Royal Household, to be recognised. <a href="https://t.co/wqQDOJAOt5">pic.twitter.com/wqQDOJAOt5</a></p>
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<p>The 91-year-old monarch sat next to Dame Anna Wintour, editor in chief of American Vogue magazine.Wintour, who is often referred to as the queen of the fashion world, apparently found it hard to keep her cool as she was seen wringing her hands and baring a tense smile.</p>

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<p>The Queen, however, with her upbeat appearance helped relax those around her.She could be seen making conversation with Wintour and reacting to the vibrantly attired models as they paraded past her seat, reports The Telegraph.</p>

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It was the first time in her 65-year reign that the Queen attended the LFW.

The best of the designers showcased their designs on Tuesday on the ramp at the London Fashion Week, but all eyes were off the ramp on someone who was seated in the front row. Britain`s Queen Elizabeth II was a surprise guest on Tuesday at the London Fashion Week. It was the first time in her 65-year reign that the Queen attended the LFW. Dressed in a pale blue suit, she attended designer Richard Quinn`s show and later awarded him with the inaugural Queen Elizabeth II Award for British Design. The royal family`s official Twitter account says, "The Award, initiated in recognition of the role the fashion industry plays in society & diplomacy, will be awarded annually to an emerging British fashion designer who shows talent and originality, whilst demonstrating value to the community and/or sustainable policies." The Queen watched Richard Quinn’s show from the front row @LondonFashionWk #LFW before presenting him with his award. Each year a designer will be selected by the @BFC, in collaboration with the Royal Household, to be recognised. pic.twitter.com/wqQDOJAOt5 — The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) February 20, 2018 × The 91-year-old monarch sat next to Dame Anna Wintour, editor in chief of American Vogue magazine.Wintour, who is often referred to as the queen of the fashion world, apparently found it hard to keep her cool as she was seen wringing her hands and baring a tense smile. British Fashion Council 's Rush, Queen Elizabeth II and Vogue' s Wintour attend Richard Quinn 's show at London Fashion Week (Reuters) × Britain's Queen Elizabeth II makes a speech before presenting an award at London Fashion Week (Reuters) × Britain's Queen Elizabeth II attends the Richard Quinn show at London Fashion Week (Reuters) × The Queen, however, with her upbeat appearance helped relax those around her.She could be seen making conversation with Wintour and reacting to the vibrantly attired models as they paraded past her seat, reports The Telegraph. (With agency inputs)

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Queen Elizabeth makes surprise appearance at the London Fashion Week