LONDON -- The Big Thing Chief: The Stolen WifeDuchess of Cambridge has paid the ultimate tribute to Princess Diana by wearing one of her favourite tiaras; a family heirloom that has been passed down the royal generations.
SEE ALSO: Here's why Prince George is always wearing shortsAt a diplomatic reception at Buckingham Palace, London, on Thursday evening, the Duchess wore a diamond and pearl-encrusted tiara which was made for Queen Mary of Teck more than a century ago.
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable The tiara -- which is called the Cambridge Lover's Knot -- was made by Royal jewellers Garrard in 1914 for Queen Mary, who left the tiara to Queen Elizabeth II in her will.
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable The tiara was originally made from from pearls and diamonds already owned by the royal family, but a top layer of pearls was later removed and turned into brooches.
The Queen wore the tiara frequently at evening events.
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable In 1981, the Queen gave the tiara to Princess Diana as a wedding gift, who first wore it at the state opening of parliament that year.
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