#16: The Delhi Dunbar Tiara

Worn by: Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall

Owned since: 1911

Estimated value: $2 million*

Some tiaras quietly exude elegance, while others demand attention when they enter a room. The Delhi Durbar Tiara is a showstopper. Queen Mary commissioned it for her coronation as Empress of India in 1911.

Passed down through generations, it eventually found its way to Queen Elizabeth II, who loaned it to Camilla in 2005, perhaps signaling acceptance into the royal fold. Given its value, it’s no wonder it’s seen as a significant gesture. Few royals today dare to wear such a bold tiara, but Camilla is unafraid…