Discover five centuries of royal jewellery at Royal Jewellery: From Coronations to Keepsakes, a major new exhibition opening at Buckingham Palace in June 2027.
The King's Gallery is set to showcase more than 300 pieces of jewellery from the Royal Collection, with around two-thirds going on public display for the first time. From magnificent coronation jewels to deeply personal keepsakes, visitors can explore the stories behind the jewellery worn by generations of British royals
Everything you need to know about the Royal Jewellery: From Coronations to Keepsakes exhibition
- 📍 Where: The King’s Gallery, Buckingham Palace (SW1A 1AA).
- 🚇 Nearest Tube station: Victoria (Circle, District and Victoria)
- 📅 When: 25 June 2027 to 19 March 2028
- 🎟️ Price: TBC - tickets released in November 2026
- ⏱️ Visit duration: TBC - although usually around 2-3 hours
- 👥 Who is this for?: Jewellery enthusiasts, fashion lovers and fans of royal history.
Check back soon for a first look at the exhibition when Visit London’s authors attend the previews.
Few jewellery collections can rival that of the Royals. From spectacular pieces worn for lavish royal occasions to more understated designs and sentimental keepsakes passed down through generations, these jewels tell stories that go far beyond their appearance.
Bringing together more than 300 objects spanning five centuries, Royal Jewellery: From Coronations to Keepsakes explores the evolution of British royal jewellery, with many pieces making their public debut. If you enjoyed the recent Queen Elizabeth II: Her Life in Style exhibition, this new showcase offers another opportunity to discover remarkable treasures and gain a fascinating glimpse into the people who wore them.
What is the Royal Jewellery: From Coronations to Keepsakes exhibition at the King's Gallery about?
Opening at The King’s Gallery in June 2027, this landmark exhibition explores more than 500 years of British royal jewellery, from the 16th century to the present day.
Discover jewellery worn by some of Britain's most recognisable monarchs, including Henry VIII, Charles II, Queen Victoria and Queen Elizabeth II. From magnificent pieces created for coronations and state occasions to intricate jewels with deeply personal stories, the exhibition reveals how jewellery has shaped royal identity across the centuries.
Alongside the jewellery, visitors can see paintings, designs and documents from the Royal Collection and Royal Archives, providing further insight into the people, relationships and historical events behind these extraordinary objects.
Highlights of the Royal Jewellery exhibition
Here are just some of the items to look out for during your visit. Note that the Crown Jewels will not be part of this exhibition and will remain on display at the Tower of London.
- The Diamond Diadem: First made for George IV's coronation, this iconic piece was later worn by Queen Elizabeth II and immortalised in coins, banknotes and stamps bearing her image.
- Queen Victoria's Small Diamond Crown: Closely associated with the monarch, this diamond crown was placed on her coffin during her lying in state.
- Jewels belonging to queens and consorts: Trace changing fashions from Georgian splendour and Victorian sentimentality to sleek Art Deco styles and bold mid-century designs. Highlights include Queen Charlotte's set of garnet jewels, going on public display for the first time, and Queen Alexandra's diamond-set serpent bracelet, featuring a black pearl.
- Royal keepsakes and love stories: Discover the intimate relationship between Queen Victoria and Prince Albert through personal treasures, including a diamond brooch Albert gave Victoria on the eve of their wedding and a bracelet set with pebbles collected during their first journey alone together.
- Jewellery from celebrated designers: Explore the evolution of royal jewellery, from the work of early royal goldsmiths to pieces associated with renowned jewellery houses including Garrard & Co, Cartier, Boucheron and Fabergé.
Check back soon for more exhibition highlights and our top tips for visiting.
How to book tickets for the Royal Jewellery exhibition
Tickets for the exhibition are yet to be released. Check back to secure your spot.
How to get to the King's Gallery at Buckingham Palace
The King’s Gallery is located at Buckingham Palace, in central London. The nearest Tube station is Victoria, served by the Circle, District and Victoria lines, around a six-minute walk away. Green Park (Jubilee, Piccadilly and Victoria lines) and Hyde Park Corner (Piccadilly line) are also within walking distance, about a 12-minute walk away.
Victoria Coach Station is around 10 minutes' walk from the gallery, while several local bus routes stop nearby.
More royal things to do in London
Make a day of exploring royal London with a visit to Buckingham Palace and the surrounding royal landmarks. Nearby, the Royal Mews offers a glimpse into the working stables of the Royal Household, with historic royal carriages and horses.
You can also discover more royal exhibitions in London, including The Last Princesses of Punjab at Kensington Palace and Queen Elizabeth II: Her Life in Style.
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