Oh, you know… Just some average wedding presents from 1896.
Diamond and pearl necklace, convertible into a tiara. Presented by the Royal Warrant-Holders of England. Diamond and pearl tiara. Presented by the Prince and Princess of Wales. Diamond tiara. Presented by lady and gentlemen friends. Bridesmaids’ brooch. Presented by the bridegroom. Diamond and pearl ornament, to be worn as brooch or pendant. Presented by the Drapers’ Company. Diamond and turquoise necklace. Presented by the ladies and gentlemen of the queen’s household. Diamond and ruby necklace. Presented by the queen.
Originally published in The Illustrated London News, 1896. Courtesy the NYPL.
I actually don’t like diamonds, but pearls are lovely.
oh you know, just another crown for the Queen…
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