The British Crown's Most Breathtaking Jewels

5. South Sea pearl and diamond earrings

Donn by: Kate Middleton Since 1990, the owner Value Estimate: $100,000 One of Princess Diana's most treasured possessions was her pair of pearl and diamond earrings. The People's Princess wore them to a number of important occasions, beginning with the 1990 Japanese Coronation Banquet honoring Emperor Akihito and Empress Michiko.

South Sea pearl and diamond earrings Kate Middleton @GemmeCouture / Facebook.com / Luxurious & Elegant Lifestyle Diana wore them on numerous occasions in the seven years before her death, including her final formal engagement in 1997. Although she hasn't worn them as much, Kate Middleton acquired them when she married Prince William. At least they are being worn; Kate wore them with her white gown to the 2019 BAFTAs.