The Princess of Wales attended the Commonwealth Day Service wearing a pearl necklace (Image: Getty / Abbott Lyon)
made a striking impression at the Day service yesterdayjewellery. The Princess of Wales wore the four-row Japanese pearl choker, which II once owned.
The stunning piece is understood to be worth thousands of pounds and is one of the most expensive necklaces Princess Kate, 43, ever borrowed from the late Queen, which she wore regularly wore in the 1980s and 90s. The dazzling design was also loved by Princess Diana and she wore the necklace during one of her very first engagements as a . Queen Elizabeth commissioned the Four-strand pearl and diamond choker from Garrards using pearls gifted to her from Japan.
It comprises four rows of pearls with a central diamond clasp in a curved shape. On each side, three rows of diamonds connect at the top and bottom with marquise diamonds. While the four-stand necklace is a custom piece and worth a fortune, the Daily Express found some more affordable alternatives, which are a fraction of the price.
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Princess Kate wore a £400,000 necklace that once belonged to Queen Elizabeth II (Image: Getty)
Lunar Pearl Initial Choker from Abbott Lyon, £89 (Image: Debenhams)
For a classic look at a reasonable price, Abbott Lyon’s jewellery collection is a good place to start. The Lunar necklace is the same choker style as Princess Kate’s but is a little more understated as it features a single row of faux pearls. This design swaps her diamond centre for a touch of personalisation, as you can add two initials. You also have the option to pick this up in silver or gold.
Amelia Pearl Ladies Choker by Miss Cecilia, now £104 (Image: Miss Cecilia, Wolf and Badger )
If it’s a statement piece you are after then try this option from the British label Miss Cecilia, which is a high-end jewellery brand. The Amelia design will create the same aesthetic as Princess Kate’s as it consists of three strands and features a captivating pearl in the middle adorned in crystals. However, this draws on more golden hues as it is made from 18-carat gold plate on brass.
Nura Pearl Necklace from Monica Vinader, £128 (Image: Monica Vinader)
If you are not a fan of the choker style but fell in love with Princess Kate’s pearl look then we have an option that has already been given her royal approval. Kate has worn the s. This consists of a Baroque pearl pendant on a fine 18-carat-gold vermeil chain.
Susan Caplan 1960s Vintage Faux Pearl Triple Strand Necklace, £165 (Image: Susan Caplan )
If you want to add a touch of vintage to your jewellery collection then you need the 1960s necklace by Susan Caplan. This is not a choker style like Kate’s and instead features a triple row of vintage pearls. This design features hand-knotted 8 mm faux pearls, which are finished with a beautiful pinch-push clasp embellished with vintage Swarovski crystals.
In January, which was a thoughtful tribute as it is a Jewish-owned brand. The design she wore sold out within hours.