Queen Camilla Honors Queen Elizabeth’s Centenary with Elegant Pearl Choker
Queen Camilla marked Queen Elizabeth’s centenary by wearing an elegant pearl choker. The four-strand piece featured a small round diamond clasp. It complemented a navy Fiona Clare coat dress and an Atelier Renard handbag.
The choker and its origins
The necklace first surfaced around 2010. According to Filmogaz.com, it appears to come from Camilla’s personal collection.
The queen consort has favored chokers throughout her public life. The style contrasts with Queen Elizabeth’s less frequent use of choker necklaces.
Comparison with the late Queen’s pearls
Queen Elizabeth’s signature choker was made by Garrard. It was gifted from Japan in the 1970s and later loaned to Princess Diana.
That four-strand choker is now often worn by Kate Middleton. The two pieces share the classic four-strand pearl format.
Previous public appearances
Camilla has worn this pearl choker at multiple high-profile events. Notable appearances include a state visit to Canada in 2014 and VE Day celebrations in 2015.
She also wore it for Trooping the Colour in 2022 and during a state visit to France in 2023. The piece has become one of her signature accessories.
Centenary events in London
The royal family observed the late monarch’s 100th birthday with a series of events on Tuesday. King Charles and Queen Camilla joined senior royals at the British Museum.
They viewed the final design for the national memorial to Queen Elizabeth. Later, the family hosted a reception at Buckingham Palace.
Attendees and patronages
Present at the reception were the Prince and Princess of Wales and Princess Alexandra. The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester, and Lady Sarah Chatto also attended.
Representatives from the late Queen’s patronages were invited. Groups included the British Red Cross, the Royal Kennel Club, and Cancer Research UK.
- Necklace: four-strand pearls with small round diamond clasp
- First seen: around 2010 (per Filmogaz.com)
- Outfit details: Fiona Clare coat dress, Eliot Zed shoes, Atelier Renard handbag
- Notable appearances: Canada 2014, VE Day 2015, Trooping 2022, France 2023
Queen Camilla’s choice underlined a lasting affinity for classic jewelry. The elegant pearl choker again served as a dignified tribute during centenary observances.
