European Royals

Queen Maud’s Pearl Tiara

Queen Maud’s Pearl Tiara belonged to Queen Maud of Norway, who was born Princess Maud of Wales, the youngest daughter of the future King Edward…




Norwegian royal family to resume duties

As royal court mourning ends on 9 October, the Norwegian royal family will gradually begin their official programme following the death of King Harald and…




King Felipe and Queen Letizia in Finland

King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain are being received in Finland on a state visit to further strengthen close collaboration between the two…


Queen Sonja, The Queen Mother?

Is the Norwegian royal court hinting at a new title change for Queen Sonja — “Kongemoren”?  There has been an air of confusion regarding a…



What happens to decorations after death?

Following the recent deaths of King Harald and Princess Astrid, what happens to the chivalric decorations they were bestowed throughout their life? How many did…