Wouldn’t it be lovely to have a set of jewels just like the Queen’s? All of those glorious, sparkling stones and precious metals rolled into a set of luxurious objects! OK, so the Crown Jewels might be beyond the budget of, well, pretty much all of us, but did you know that the term Crown Jewels refers to the collection of regalia and vestments worn by the sovereign of the United Kingdom during the coronation ceremony? And therefore, it’s not just about the crowns themselves? There are actually quite a few objects which make up the entire collection, and if you fancy some Crown Jewels of your own, here’s the next best thing: bespoke jewellery made by your local independent jeweller.
The Crowns
The most obvious part of the Crown Jewels’ collection are the various crowns, some of which have been used by every Sovereign , and some of which have been made specifically for certain Kings and Queens over the years. As a general rule, a crown of a King has a slightly pointed arched top, while that of a Queen has a bowed top. You too can enjoy a stunning headpiece this Diamond Jubilee year: speak to your local jeweller about commissioning a tiara for a special occasion, such as a wedding or a prom.
That way, you can choose not only the design but also what metals are used and which stones. If you don’t have a special occasion, why not have a side tiara designed by your local jewellery shop instead? Side tiaras are much easier to wear on an every-day basis, and are also bang on trend.
The Orbs
An orb of your very own is easy to emulate – through some beautifully designed bespoke earrings from your local jewellery shop! Fancy some pearl orbs to adorn your ears? Just ask your local independent jeweller regarding the colour and size! Or some gold orbs encrusted with precious stones? Just pop along to your local jewellery shop to pick the gems!
The Sceptres
There are two sceptres within the Crown Jewels: the Sceptre with the Cross and the Sceptre with the Dove, both of which date back to 1661. A great present for a special man in your life this Diamond Jubilee year would be a bespoke tie pin designed by a local jeweller: for example, just imagine giving a tie pin, designed to imitate one of the Crown Jewels’ sceptres, as a 60th birthday present as Queen Elizabeth II celebrates her 60th year on the thrown – there couldn’t be a more apt present!
The other objects: Swords, Rings and Spoons
Brilliant jewellery could be inspired by the other objects in the Crown Jewels’ collection. How about asking your local independent jeweller to create a jewel encrusted spoon brooch for your friend the brilliant cook? Or a Celtic sword pendant for someone with more dramatic tastes? Your local jeweller could even put all of the items together in one brooch for an eclectic look. There is also a ring within the Crown Jewels which was made for William IV’s coronation in 1831. Why not ask your local jewellery shop to create you a bespoke ring?
Who needs the Crown Jewels when your local independent jeweller could create you a collection all of your own?!
