Queen Elizabeth II’s Most Valuable Brooch: A Sentimental Piece of History

The late Queen Elizabeth II was known for her exquisite jewellery collection, which included a diamond brooch from Queen Mary that is estimated to be worth over £50 million.

Royals are renowned for their stunning and valuable jewellery pieces that most people can only dream of owning.

The monarch's breathtaking collection was no exception, and her diamond brooch was considered the most valuable of its kind in the world.

The brooch contains two giant diamonds, the Cullinan III and the Cullinan IV, which weigh 94.4 and 63.6 carats, respectively.

The Queen wore the accessory only a few times during her reign, making each occasion memorable.

Jewellery experts estimate that the brooch is worth more than £50 million, making it the most expensive brooch in the world.

Apart from its hefty price tag, the brooch also has a significant historical connection.

King Edward VIII received the brooch as a gift before passing it down to Queen Elizabeth II's grandmother, Queen Mary.

She wore the gift at her coronation in 1911, and shortly before her own coronation, the late monarch received the diamonds when she was just 27 years old.

Queen Elizabeth II affectionately nicknamed the sentimental item “Granny's Chips” in reference to her beloved grandmother.

Some speculate that the nickname is another example of the late monarch's sense of humour, with “Chips” implying that the rather large diamonds are small compared to other diamonds cut from the same source.

Following her death, royal fans have questioned what will happen to the incredible piece of jewellery.

Unfortunately, royal wills are kept private, so it's not yet known who will inherit which pieces of the Queen's jewellery collection.

Royal experts have said that as Queen Consort, Camilla is expected to get the first choice of items from the collection, while Kate Middleton will also receive a share.

“I imagine Her late Majesty's personal jewellery will be given to various members of her family.

The Princess of Wales, as the future Queen, receiving the lion's share,” said Majesty Magazine editor-in-chief Ingrid Seward.

“There are pieces which will remain for use of the reigning monarch's wife, in this case, Camilla.

She will need a large collection to support her constitutional role.”

Meghan Markle, on the other hand, will not receive any of the Queen's jewellery as she is no longer a working royal.

Although the Duchess has reportedly requested a tiara recently, the royals seem to be giving her the cold shoulder.

The passing of Queen Elizabeth II marked the end of an era, and her jewellery collection is a testament to her reign.

Her diamond brooch, in particular, is a sentimental piece of history that has been passed down through generations.

While its future owner remains unknown, one thing is for sure: it will continue to be a valuable and cherished item in the British Royal Family's collection.