Queen Camilla Unveils Royal Gems with Hidden Meaning on U.S. State Visit

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Royals (2 / 1) 28.04.2026 20:01 / Silia

The Cullinan V steals the spotlight

On April 28, for the ceremonial welcome on the White House South Lawn — the highest diplomatic honor for a visiting head of state — Camilla wore the Cullinan V Brooch, featuring the heart-shaped 18.8-carat Cullinan Diamond. The royal collection holds nine Cullinan diamonds; Camilla has worn three, including the Cullinan V in Queen Mary’s Crown at the King’s May 2023 coronation. Her coronation crown choices notably avoided the Koh-i-Nûr diamond, historically linked to the Queen Mother.

Tonight’s state dinner and what it means

As the visit continues, the King and Queen are due to attend a state dinner at the White House hosted by the American president and first lady, capping a diplomatic trip tied to America’s 250th anniversary of independence and the first state visit of Charles’s reign.