The Diamonds of the Diamond Queen: The Cullinan V Brooch

The Cullinan V brooch was cut from one of the world’s largest natural diamonds, known as the Cullinan diamond. The centrepiece is an 18.8 carat heart-shaped diamond, set in a platinum web with a scrolling millegrain, accompanied by a pave-set border of diamonds. The brooch was designed for Queen Mary (H. M.’s grandmother and wife of George V) and is now worn by Queen Elizabeth.

H. M. Queen Elizabeth II wearing the Cullinan V brooch to the Windsor Horse Show in 1982.
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Published by Lauren | The Lady in Waiting

Living in the countryside on the Nottinghamshire border, so proud to call this beautiful corner of Britain home. I started this blog over ten years ago - but it feels like yesterday! Visit my blog to see some beautiful pictures.

4 thoughts on “The Diamonds of the Diamond Queen: The Cullinan V Brooch”

    1. Thanks! From what I’ve heard, she is a keen photographer and uses a number of vintage cameras – next time I come across a pic of her with a camera I shall let you know 😀

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