The Royal JewelsTV Show

Throughout history, European royal families were known for their great wealth. Their jewels were the symbols of their royal power and the most visible evidence of royal dignity, as well as providing legitimacy to the family. Consisting of fascinating one-on-one interviews with the Danish and Swedish Royal families, The Royal Jewels tells the stories behind these historic gems, an intriguing world few know, and a world often tied to the high points of the history of the various royal families.\r\n\r\nIn 1804, the eyes of the world were trained on France for the coronation of Emperor Napoleon. Not only was Napoleon's wife Josephine taking part in his coronation but also there was his first fiancee Desiree, wearing the most beautiful rubies and diamonds - a parure. Today, Crown Princess Mary of Denmark wears Desiree's ruby parure.