Hello everyone! It’s time for pink jewels—the first unofficial color we’ve added to our ROYGBIV series. If you are new to our community, search for the tag ROYGBIV on the sidebar to revisit all of the other rainbow fun!
Wishing all of our American readers a Happy 4th of July!
Italy
The Savoy pink tourmalines turn up on the royal scene even now. I love how they can be delicate and have a strong presence at the same time.
Germany
The Württemberg Pink Topaz and Diamond Parure is quite impressive and it would be fantastic to see these pieces on parade again. There are quite a few photos in this Instagram post–be sure to scroll through and see all the pieces! You can also read more here at Royal Magazin.
Prussia
The Prussian Pink Topaz Parure is quite impressive and yet another set I’d like to see out and about. Check out the link the photo caption for more information and photos.
Britain
Elizabeth was given the Saskatchewan Tourmaline Flower Brooch in 2013, but did not wear it in public until 2014. I think this piece is fascinating. When I first saw it, I was all okayyyyyyyy. But having spent some time looking at the details, I really appreciate how this is a wonderful gift for Elizabeth. Pink is her signature color, there is a huge pearl and it’s lined in diamonds. A modern take on classical elements for our best girl.
Eugenie received a lovely pink papadaschra sapphire surrounded by diamonds upon her engagement to Jack Brooksbank. Classic style, but again updated for a modern girl.
Sweden
Silvia has a few extraordinary pink pieces in the Swedish collection which, at least in modern times, have only been worn by the queen. She often pairs the necklace and brooch with the Connaught tiara, but once again Victoria’s wedding proves a great event to show things off as Mom wore the pink with the Braganza (scroll through the slides).
Netherlands
Maxima’s kunzites. Le sigh.
Here we have the foundation’s Russian Devant de Corsage. It can be worn in many forms, but check out those giant pink diamonds!
Hyderabad
Another beauty from the Nizam of Hyderabad, this one a sarpech. Stunning.
What are you favorite pink royal jewels? Show us in the comments!
Programming note: Our next entries in the ROYGBIV series will be Black (only), White or Cream (only), and Black & White (only). We will keep true to these colors and the only other caveat is that we will NOT be using wedding gowns in the White or Cream category–gotta keep it interesting for your research plans! And yes, Blergh is a separate category from White or Cream. Happy internet searching!!