Uncover the British Monarchy's Stunning Jewelry Collection

12. The Cartier Scroll Tiara with Halo

Donn by: The Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton Since 1936, the owner Value Estimate: $1.6 million One of the most exquisite tiaras in the whole Windsor collection is the Cartier Halo Scroll Tiara, which features 149 baguette-cut diamonds. The headdress was originally created by Cartier in 1936 for the Queen Mother; Kate Middleton borrowed it for her 2011 nuptials.

Kate Middleton's Cartier Halo Scroll Tiara | Gettyimages.com / Glamour / Pinterest | ©WPA Pool King George VI, her spouse, desired for her to have something exceptional. Before lending it to her grandson's new bride for her wedding day, the Queen Mother gave it to her daughter Elizabeth in 1944. As per experts, its probable value is $1.6 million. After Kate wore the tiara on her special day, its worth would have skyrocketed. A set of diamonds doesn't typically gain this much cultural significance. For years to come, future generations will view the photos from Kate and Will's wedding.