The Iranian National Jewels
The Iranian National Jewels, once the Crown Jewels of the Persian monarchy, are kept in a vault under the Central Bank of Iran on Tehran’s…
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Habsburg treasures go on display
The Musée national des beaux-arts du Québec (MNBAQ) will have an exhibition displaying prestigious jewels from the Habsburgs. The exhibition is called Hidden Treasure: A…
The Norwegian Emerald Parure Tiara
The Norwegian Emerald Parure Tiara is owned by the Norwegian royal family. The provenance of the emeralds is unclear, but the tiara is similar to…
OPINION: Haakon’s first mistake as King
Norway’s new king had an important job in his first week: show that the monarchy was a steady force during national mourning and signal that…
Royal Book News Week 36
*contains affiliate links* Royal Book News Week 36 – 31 August – 6 September 2026 Driving the Saudis: A Chauffeur’s Tale of Life, Liberty and…
Queen Anne-Marie of Greece turns 80
Queen Anne-Marie of Greece is marking her 80th birthday today. The Queen was born as Princess Anne-Marie of Denmark on 30 August 1946 in Amalienborg…
The “American” King Dies
Following the death of King Harald V, the Royal News Organisation looks at his childhood in the United States and time at the White House….
A look at Norway’s King Haakon VIII
King Haakon VIII is now on the Norwegian throne following the death of his father, King Harald, on 28 August. Prince Haakon Magnus was born…
Introducing Norway’s new Queen
The future Queen of Norway was born Mette-Marit Tjessem Høiby on 19 August 1973 as the daughter of Sven Høiby and Marit Tjessem. She has…
New monarch in Norway with a very historic name
Norway’s new monarch, Haakon VIII, has now taken the throne with a very historic name. Haakon means “high son” in Old Norse, and the first…