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The hidden meaning behind Kate Middleton's necklace worn for poignant engagement

Catherine, Princess of Wales smiles during a visit to the RHS's Wellbeing Garden at Colchester Hospital on July 2, 2025.

The Princess of Wales made an special visit to Colchester Hospital in south-east England at the start of July, where she met with cancer patients and spoke frankly about her own experiences, both during and post-treatment.

Offering rare insight into the "roller coaster" she had experienced, and the difficulty in "finding a new normal", the Princess’s words were deeply personal and moving. So was her choice of jewelry, as the senior royal opted for a simple gold necklace with a garnet set into the pendant.

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