Queen Camilla was a vision in white during her last official engagement before her summer holidays last week but there was a key element in her appearance which bore quite a significance, according to an expert. The Queen attended King George Day at Ascot Racecourse last Saturday, where she presented the trophy to the winner of the King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes.
Dressed in white, she was seen laughing with racing manager John Warren and Sir Francis Brooke, the King’s representative at Ascot. French-trained Calandagan, ridden by Mickael Barzalona, won the King George VI And Queen Elizabeth Stakes, beating Kalpana. The Queen presented the trophy after the race.
She also wore a signature piece of jewellery from her collection, which has been part of her collection since the early 1990s.
Camilla’s “iconic” twisted gold bracelet was crafted in 18k white and yellow gold and is estimated to be worth £25,000.
According to jewellery experts, its longevity suggests it holds deep personal or sentimental value.
Maxwell Stone, of Steven Stone, said: “Queen Camilla has been wearing this distinctive bracelet since the early 1990s. Crafted in 18k white and yellow gold, the design features alternating strands of twisted gold wires, creating a dynamic, swirling effect around the wrist.
“Although its origin has never been publicly confirmed, many have speculated that the piece is by David Yurman, an American jeweller renowned for his signature twisted cable designs.”
But he added: “However, the bracelet bears a striking resemblance to a set of Van Cleef & Arpels bangle bracelets currently up for auction. Given Camilla’s well-documented admiration for the French maison, it’s far more likely that her bracelet is from Van Cleef.
“While Queen Camilla has never spoken publicly about the bracelet’s meaning, its enduring presence over decades suggests it may carry deep personal or sentimental value – perhaps a cherished gift or a symbol of significance.
“Queen Camilla’s bracelet, notably free of any gemstones, is likely to be worth around £25,000, based on its intricate gold craftsmanship and probable designer origin.”