So, we’ve rounded up the top five most expensive items one can purchase from Highgrove, according to prices quoted on Highgrove’s website. Which one would you buy?
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The Prince of Wales’ artworks: US$3,450
Even though Prince Charles is widely quoted as describing himself as an “enthusiastic amateur” when it comes to painting, he has earned critical acclaim for his skilled watercolours over the years. So it’s little surprise that lithographs of his paintings, often of countryside scenes, sell like hot cakes. The limited edition prints of vistas from Corfu to Balmoral, Scotland’s Alltnaguibhsaich Lodge to Highgrove itself remain highly sought after.
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Ettinger ivory and havana brown overnight bag: US$810
Luggage takes on a whole new level of elegance with this sporty bag in ivory and Havana brown, made by UK brand Ettinger, which holds a royal warrant. According to the shop’s site, it’s the “perfect sized for packing those few essentials for an overnight stay and makes a great gym bag”.
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Fiona Rae frosted leaf bracelet: US$610
Topping the list of most expensive jewellery pieces sold in the shop is a beautiful sterling silver bracelet with vitreous enamel detail. The piece features a frosted leaf effect which, according to the shop’s site, “is inspired by the beauty of the ever-changing colours of leaves”. The designer of the bracelet is Fiona Rae, whose career was kick-started with a grant from the Prince’s Trust.
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Fiona Rae bumblebee necklace: US$274
The phrase “Queen bee” takes on a whole new meaning with this gorgeous necklace from the Highgrove store. The piece, which features a colourful little bumblebee, is also handmade by Fiona Rae.