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Secrets Of The Royal Jewels

The sparkling documentary “Secrets Of The Royal Jewels” takes a closer look at the tiaras, earrings, rings, and neckpieces that make up the royal collection, and tell the incredible stories behind them as they pass through the generations.
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The sparkling documentary “Secrets Of The Royal Jewels” takes a closer look at the tiaras, earrings, rings, and neckpieces that make up the royal collection, and tell the incredible stories behind them as they pass through the generations.

Airs Monday, March 22, 2021 at 10 p.m. on KPBS TV (not available to stream)

The Most Treasured Gems in Britain are Examined

For British royalty, jewelry is no mere adornment. “Secrets Of The Royal Jewels” takes a close inspection at the history of some of the most iconic pieces of jewelry in the history of the British royal family. From the stones to the settings, everything has significance – be it a political power play, a family heirloom, or a national treasure.

From Princess Diana’s divorce ring, to the cursed tiara that ended the lives of most who wore it, to the headwear battle between Meghan Markle and Princess Eugenie, there are many scandalous secrets that surround each glittering gem.

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Presented by Viacom International Inc. Distributed by American Public Television.