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royal-fashion2 years ago•5 min saved

"Unveiling Denmark's Royal Transition: From Hidden Details to Iconic Looks"

During King Frederik X's proclamation, the Danish royal family showcased subtle but significant details in their outfits, including Queen Consort Mary's family heirloom with ties to Napoleon Bonaparte and a tribute to Queen Margrethe, Princess Isabella's pearl brooch gifted by Margrethe, and King Frederik's insignia of Denmark's highest honour, The Order of the Elephant. Mary also wore Queen Margrethe II's Royal Family Order, while Princess Isabella's brooch was a Christening present from Margrethe and belonged to Queen Alexandrine of Denmark. Additionally, Mary donned a chic dress with red jewels representing the Danish flag, part of the Ruby Parure with ties to Napoleon, and King Frederik's accession will see his other children receive The Order of the Elephant.

via Daily Mail|

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human-interest2 years ago•11 min saved

The Hidden Treasure: An Aristocrat's Grandson Discovers a Precious Desk in a Queens Storage Unit

Christian Agostino von Hassell, the grandson of an aristocrat, lost a collection of family heirlooms, including an 18th-century French writing desk with historical significance, when his storage unit in Queens, New York was sold due to missed payments. The desk, worth $39,000, had been passed down through generations and was stored alongside other valuable items such as oil paintings, samurai armor, and books dating back to World War I. Despite efforts to recover the items, von Hassell has been unsuccessful, and his health issues have taken priority.

via The New York Times|

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