Since the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, many questions have arisen regarding the division of her immense fortune and who in the British royal family has inherited it. Although the Queen’s will has not been made public, various reports have shed light on the fortunate few who received parts of her estate. One of the most talked-about aspects is her $110 million jewelry collection, which includes 300 personal pieces that do not belong to the Crown. Yet, in a surprising twist, Queen Consort Camilla did not receive any part of this collection, as many had expected.
According to the latest information, Catherine, the wife of Prince William, inherited the majority of this valuable collection, due to her close bond with the Queen during the final months of her life. However, one iconic piece of royal jewelry—the Spencer Tiara—was specifically passed down to Princess Charlotte, the daughter of William and Catherine, rather than to Catherine herself. This decision is said to have stirred feelings of jealousy and tension between Camilla and Catherine.
Not only did Catherine benefit, but Prince William also received a substantial fortune as he inherited the Duchy of Cornwall, valued at approximately $1.2 billion, bringing an annual income of around $28 million to their family. However, not everyone in the royal family was as fortunate. William’s younger brother, Harry, received nothing from the Queen’s estate. This exclusion was not unexpected, as Harry had stepped back from royal duties and moved to the U.S. with his wife, Meghan. Nonetheless, he did inherit a portion of his mother Princess Diana’s estate, reportedly around $10 million.
Other royal members, such as Princess Anne, Prince Andrew, and Prince Edward, also received shares of the Sovereign Grant. Notably, Andrew also inherited the Queen’s beloved corgis, which he had gifted her along with his daughters. These dogs, Mick and Sandy, are now residing with him.
The story surrounding Queen Elizabeth II’s fortune is not just about figures, but also about complex relationships, hidden rivalries, and growing tensions within the royal family. Whether these inheritance decisions will deepen existing rifts among the royal members remains a significant question for the future of the British monarchy.
