Gold Tiaras of the British Royal Family
Precious metals such as silver and gold are often used to make bridal tiaras. They have been used since ancient times as a way to distinguish the most important members of society or those of royal blood. Although more affordable and readily available, it is still normal to find a large number of tiaras made from gold or attempting to replicate the material.
Over time, there are still some monarchies that exist which choose to use and wear tiaras. Technological advancements may have produced cheaper tiaras for weddings and pageants but nothing can beat the original. Some of the most famous gold tiaras still in existence are those worn by the British Royal Family.
As with other monarchies, precious minerals such as diamonds and emeralds set in silver or gold are popular. The British have a large collection of tiaras, some of which are still in use today. For the members of the Royal Family, these are more practical than wearing crowns because of the weight of crowns. As a monarchy that has lasted for centuries, the family has amassed a number of tiaras. Some were commissioned by the King or Queen while a number of which were purchased or donated by other monarchies from other countries.
It is interesting to note that the names of the tiaras are indicative of its history. For instance, the Kent Russian Fringe Tiara. This particular tiara was presented as a wedding gift for the marriage of Prince George, Duke of Kent and Princess Marina, Duchess of Kent by the City of London. It initially belonged to the Romanov Dynasty in Russia.
Another example is the Burmese Ruby Tiara. This tiara was commissioned by Queen Elizabeth II during the 1970s. The tiara is made from gold, silver and diamonds. Rubies were also incorporated into the design, donated by the Burmese people as a wedding gift for the queen. It was part of the local belief that rubies had the power of protecting its owner from evil forces and from acquiring disease.
There is also Queen Victoria’s Diamond and Sapphire Tiara. It was said to have been designed by Prince Albert during the mid 19th century for Queen Victoria. Utilizing a more Gothic style, the tiara is made from diamonds set in silver while the sapphires in gold.
The Duchess of Fife’s Diamond Tiara is made from diamond set in silver and mounted on gold. Each of the diamonds are pear-shaped but are not set, making them vibrate to the slightest movement.
Monarchies in other countries also have their own tiaras but not to the same extent or volume as those found in Britain. In the Netherlands, Queen Wilhelmina was given a gold tiara by the Sultan of Kutai. This tiara is constructed out of diamonds and gold native in Borneo. Although made by Van Arcken and Co, it illustrates influence from Borneo, with designs representing Hindu Goddesses. Each of the five attachments could be removed and mounted on tortoise combs or bandeaux grecs that were also included with the set.
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