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I found the information on the Myrtle tradition of Sweden. The myrtle is from a bush brought to Sweden by Princess Margaret of Connaught following her 1905 wedding.

*Sigh* You are quite right. Just found a close up of her right side. princess-charlene-of-monaco

Saschana, I did think that sounded odd. I was chalking it up to a mistake on the part of the webmaster. Kataryn, very true about the the religious aspect of the order. I believe their third level are referred to as Marian Associates.

A site for the Teutonic Order, of which Prince Karl Friedrich is the Grand Master. Interesting note: His title is listed as "His Imperial and Royal Highness." Teutonic Order - Deutscher Orden - German Order - 1190

I agree. This is why I find them interesting. They appear to be a quiet and reserved family and I find this appealing. Many members of the family are noted online as being "unmarried and without issue." I believe at least some of these to be incorrect. One such member is HSH Prince Gregor...

I always thought it would be lovely to have something real to pass down to future brides in the family, either those marrying into or daughters of. Just make sure it's in a trust so it doesn't become a divorce trophy.

I know this information is rather late coming but I only just happened upon the thread today and wanted to offer some information to everyone. There are a couple of manufacturers in India who are reproducing tiaras in genuine stones. This one is modeled on the ruby leaf tiara. 11.25ct Diamond &...

Thai Crown Prince's plane seized in Germany BERLIN (AP) — A plane being used by Thailand's Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn has been impounded in Germany as part of a long-running battle with the Thai government over payments for a building project in Thailand, officials said Wednesday. The...

:smile: Ah well. Back to the books.

I could be mistaken, but I think I found the earrings: page 66 of The Queen's Jewels, by Leslie Field.

Could not agree more. And there are rules of dress for everyone. People are turned away from tours of the White House for inappropriate dress. Courts of law have dress codes. And military events are particularly important as the way you dress shows respect for the men and women who fight and die...

Pleased to meet you nolablk. I am originally from Orange County.

Hello, I am a long time royal watcher who was very pleased to find this forum quite by accident. I am from the United States (please do not hold it against me) and I own a small advertising agency. I also enjoy my charity work and community service (not judicially ordered btw :biggrin:) and am...