A look at Queen Jetsun Pema's striking jewellery collection
Above Queen Jetsun Pema of Bhutan wears an ornate jade tiara to a state occasion (Photo: Instagram / @queenjetsunpema)
The Jade Tiara is one of Queen Jetsun Pema's most elegant ceremonial pieces, reserved for important state occasions. The tiara is crafted from yellow gold and set with diamonds and is distinguished by its delicate jade carvings shaped into flower buds. Jade is deeply symbolic, representing purity, longevity and harmony, which are values central to Bhutanese tradition.
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Above Queen Jetsun Pema Wangchuck of Bhutan wears the Bhutanese Turquoise Bandeau Tiara at a reception at Buckingham Palace for overseas guests ahead of the Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla in 2023 ( / Max Mumby / Indigo)
This heirloom tiara, featuring three round turquoise medallions set in gold, is one of the most culturally significant pieces in Queen Jetsun Pema's collection. Turquoise holds deep meaning in Bhutanese tradition, believed to offer protection and spiritual strength. The tiara has been worn at major international events, including Emperor Naruhito's enthronement banquet and the reception for King Charles III's coronation in 2023. It was previously seen on Princess Ashi Dechan Wangmo back in 1974. 'Beloved Poppy Earrings' by Anna Hu
Above Bhutan's King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangehuk and Queen Jetsun Pema escort Japan's Empress Michiko at the Akasaka guest house. The Bhutanese queen wears a pair of blue poppy earrings by Anna Hu ( / Kasahara KATSUMI / Gamma-Rapho)
Above A closer look at the 'Beloved Poppy Earrings' by Anna Hu worn by Queen Jetsun Pema of Bhutan (Photo: courtesy of Anna Hu Haute Joaillerie)
Designed by contemporary Taiwanese jeweller Anna Hu, these earrings draw inspiration from the Himalayan blue poppy, Bhutan's national flower and a symbol of harmony. The floral design features a vivid ruby at the centre, surrounded by sapphires, paraiba tourmalines and diamonds set in 18-carat white gold. The earrings were worn by the queen during her official visit to Japan in 2011.
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