Queen Elizabeth II's most famous crown of all time goes on display at Buckingham Palace

If you enjoyed the Queen Elizabeth II: Her Life in Style exhibition at Buckingham Palace this year, you will be delighted to discover a new exhibition opening in 2027. 

Also held at The King's Gallery, Royal Jewellery: From Coronations to Keepsakes is the first exhibition ever to explore 500 years of British royal jewellery. Opening in June 2027, the exhibition will present more than 300 pieces of jewellery from the 16th century to the present day, with two-thirds making their debut. 

The in-depth array of items spans over five centuries, featuring items made by early royal goldsmiths to intricate designs by some of the world's most famous jewellery makers. 

The jewel in the crown, quite literally, is the Diamond Diadem, created in 1820. Made for George IV's Coronation, the sparkling circlet was immortalised in Dorothy Wilding's 1952 portraits of Queen Elizabeth II and featured on billions of coins, banknotes, and postage stamps throughout Her Late Majesty's 70-year reign.

What are the other highlights at Royal Jewellery: From Coronations to Keepsakes?

There's also the sensational Greville emerald and diamond necklace, which the late monarch last wore in 2019. The spectacular relic was passed down to her after the Queen Mother died in 2002. 

Another highly anticipated piece is the breathtaking Fabergé aquamarine and diamond pendant, which was commissioned in 1909. Last worn by Elizabeth, it was first given to Queen Mary by her husband, King George V, before it was passed down to Britain's longest-reigning monarch. 

There's also Queen Victoria's small diamond crown from 1870. The historical piece, designed by Garrard & Co., was placed on her coffin during her lying in state, and Queen Alexandra's articulated serpent bracelet from 1870 is a memorable item. The embossed piece is set with diamonds and finished with a black pearl.

Where can I buy tickets to Royal Jewellery: From Coronations to Keepsakes?

Tickets will be available to Royal Collection Trust e-newsletter subscribers from Wednesday, 28 October, before being released to the general public from Tuesday, 3 November.