TORONTO — The Queen has some new finery on hand after a Canadian Forces regiment presented her with a dazzling jewelled brooch to mark her upcoming Diamond Jubilee.
The brooch was commissioned by the Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery, of which the Queen is Captain General — a position she took on when she ascended the throne.
The regiment said the brooch is encrusted with 60 diamonds to mark the Queen’s 60th anniversary of her time on the throne.
“This is a gift specifically from her majesty’s Canadian gunner family and symbolizes our gratitude for having this very special relationship between her Majesty and the regiment,” said Colonel Commandant Lt.-Gen. Mike Jeffery, who presented the brooch to the Queen at Buckingham Palace.