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The British royal family unveiled their final portrait taken before Queen Elizabeth II passed away on September 8 in advance of her burial on September 19. The emotional image was shared on September 18 by the royal family’s official Instagram account, @theroyalfamily, with the caption: “A new photo has been revealed ahead of Her Majesty the Queen’s burial. Her Majesty’s Platinum Jubilee was celebrated this year in honor of the fact that she became the first British queen to accomplish this milestone. Millions will assemble tomorrow to celebrate her extraordinary life.
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In the image, the late Queen is seen celebrating her silver anniversary while beaming from ear to ear. With matching earrings, a pearl necklace Kate Middleton has worn ever since, and brooches with aquamarine and diamond clips, she donned an aquamarine ensemble that was close to her heart. Her white hair gleamed as she wore it.
These brooches held a special place in her heart because her adored “Daddy” George VI gave them to her in April 1944, on the occasion of her 18th birthday, according to the Daily Mail.
The fact that her most recent image recognizes both her lengthy reign and one of the most significant figures in her life is great.
For 70 years, Queen Elizabeth II was a universal symbol. The long-reigning monarch has tackled her historic job with calm and quiet confidence ever since taking the throne at the age of 25. But, Queen Elizabeth was actually the head of a family and household in both good and bad times, hidden behind the façade of the monarchy. Queen of our time, a new biography by Robert Hardman, provides lifelong royal admirers with access never before granted.
