2-649-939 - The Print Collector/Heritage Images

'Parure of Diamonds and Pearls - The Gift of HRH The Prince of Wales', 1863. Albert Edward, Prince of Wales, the future King Edward VII, purchased a parure for, Princess Alexandra of Denmark, as a wedding gift. The set from Garrard included a large diamond tiara, a diamond and pearl necklace, a set of earrings, and brooch. The tiara, popularly known as the "Rundell" Tiara, no longer exists. The other jewels are in Queen Elizabeth II's private collection. From "A Memorial of the Marriage of H.R.H. Albert Edward, Prince of Wales and H.R.H. Alexandra, Princess of Denmark", by W. H Russell. [Day and Son, London, 1863]