This edition features a specially bound copy of Keay's book together with a facsimile of Joseph Robins's panoramic representation of Queen Victoria's 1838 coronation procession in Westminster Abbey presented together in a clamshell gift box.
Alexander Gardner, a former American mercenary-turned-artillery-colonel in Ranjit Singh's army,23 told a different story. Gardner had been just steps behind the prince when the structure collapsed, and his own men had stretchered the ...
On the history of Kohinoor diamond, the brightest jewel in the British crown.
Published on the occasion of the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II, this book tells the story of the royal inheritance of diamonds from the time of Queen Adelaide in the 1830s to Elizabeth II.
The Honours of Scotland tells the turbulent story of the Honours - Scotland's crown jewels - and the equally dramatic tale of the Stone of Destiny.Over the centuries, Scotland's monarchy experienced relentless conflict and shifts in power.
From jewelry of the highest quality and finest craftsmanship to gemstone-laden tiaras and diamond-encrusted swords, this accessible volume presents a visually stunning selection of diamonds from among the Royal Collection's awe-inspiring ...
"Best friends Millie and Jess look just like twins!
Eric Mason and Gary Nesbitt, leaders of SecurityCheck, Inc., have earned the job of a lifetime--testing the defenses of the Tower of London.
Presents the English monarchy's family-owned jewels and details the history of the collection.
Traces the history and background of crowns, brooches, bracelets, necklaces, earrings, and tiaras owned by the Queen of England.