Princess Anne Wears Elegant Navy Wrap Dress—But Her Large Sapphire Brooch Is the Real Head-Turner
But truly, Anne's brooch game is strong and her royal collection is clearly vast. Still, it's easy to see why this particular piece is a favorite.
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