Swedish and Danish Royal Families - Official photos of the state banquet that was held at the Royal Palace in Stockholm, Sweden (Photo by Clément Amorim) | May 06, 2024
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The new cypher of King Frederik X of Denmark
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The First Official Gala Portrait of King Frederik X of Denmark and his Australian-born wife Queen Mary
The portrait, which shows the couple wearing the Order of the Elephant on chains, will be displayed in state institutions, including at Danish embassies and consulates around the world.
Taken at Christiansborg Palace in Copenhagen, it is the first photo of Mary wearing the crown jewels as queen since ascending the throne in January.
In the portrait, Mary wears an emerald set with a tiara, necklace earrings, and a large broach.
The set was designed by jeweller CM Weisshaupt and was a gift from Christian VIII to Queen Caroline Amalie, the Royal House states on its website.
The set’s emeralds and diamonds are partly reused items from the jewellery collection of Christian VI’s Queen Sophie Magdalene and from older bracelets, combined with newly purchased stones, the Royal House website states.
Mary also wears a diamond miniature portrait of the king in a bow of Order of Dannebrog ribbon, in keeping with the tradition of female members of the royal family wearing a portrait of the sovereign.
25 April 2024
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King Frederik X & Queen Mary of Denmark
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FROM PUBLIC MOURNING TO PUBLIC CELEBRATION ✨
—15 January 1972: Little under a day after her father, King Frederik IX, had died and she had become Denmark's first official female monarch, 31-year-old Margrethe II was proclaimed Queen from the balcony of Christiansborg Palace by Prime Minister Jens Otto Krag.
—14 January 2024: Little under an hour after his mother, Queen Margrethe II, had signed a declaration of her abdication at a Council of State – becoming the first Danish monarch in 878 years to do so – 55-year-old Frederik X was proclaimed King from the balcony of Christiansborg Palace by Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen.
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Her Majesty Queen Margrethe II of Denmark has chosen to abdicate from the Danish throne the 14th of January, after 52 years on the throne.
She told the whole kingdom of Denmark, and the rest of the world, live on television during her new year speech to the people.
There has not been a voluntary abdication in Denmark since the early medieval times (1100-1200)
The Queen has always said that she will sit on the throne until her last breath, which is why her abdication comes as a surprise to everyone.
Her son Crown Prince Frederik and his wife Crown Princess Mary will take over as King Frederik X and Queen Mary.
Thank you, your majesty, for all you have done for us and how you have always shown your love and respect to the Danish people. We look forward to seeing you hopefully enjoy your abdication and hopefully we will still see more of your incredible creative mind . We have trust in our new King and Queen as we already know that you have prepared them well for their new job.
Thank you ❤️
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King Frederik X and Queen Mary of Denmark's Official Portrait with:
Swedish Royal Family, Royal Palace of Stockholm
Norwegian Royal Family, Royal Palace of Oslo
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Happy 20th Wedding Anniversary to King Frederik X of Denmark and Queen Mary of Denmark -May 14th 2024
King Frederik X of Denmark and Queen Mary of Denmark pose for a picture on the occasion of their 20th wedding anniversary and their state visit to Norway, abroad the Royal Yatch “Dannebrog” -May 14th 2024.
📷 : Det Danske Kongehus.
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“Fred and Mary circa 2010 to 2014 are the most gorgeous a royal couple has ever looked.” - Submitted by Anonymous
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INTRODUCING THEIR MAJESTIES KING FREDERIK X AND QUEEN CONSORT MARY OF DENMARK 🇩🇰 👑
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Danish Royal Family - Happy 20th Wedding Anniversary to King Frederik X and Queen Mary! (m. 14th May 2004)
The King and Queen aboard the Royal Ship Dannebrog as they begin a state visit to Norway. The state visit also happens on a very special day. It's the King and Queen's 20th wedding anniversary. (Photo courtesy of Det Danske Kongehus) | May 14, 2024
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14 January 2024
SYDNEY (AP) — For the first time, Australians find themselves on the brink of witnessing one of their own, Crown Princess Mary of Denmark, rise to the rank of queen when her husband, Crown Prince Frederik, is proclaimed king of that European nation Sunday.
He will become King Frederik X of Denmark two weeks after his 83-year-old mother, Queen Margrethe II, announced she would be the first Danish royal to abdicate in some 900 years.
The 51-year-old Crown Princess Mary’s unlikely journey from Tasmania to European royalty as the world’s first Australian-born queen has captivated Danes and Australians alike for over two decades.
The then Mary Donaldson was 28 years old and working as a real estate agent when her chance meeting with the Danish prince occurred at a Sydney pub during the 2000 Olympics. He was at the Games to support Denmark’s sailing team.
The announcement of their engagement in 2003 marked the beginning of what is considered in Australia a fairytale romance, and her succession to the title of queen consort has many Australians brimming with excitement and anticipation.
Though this is a country that purports to be classless and egalitarian, Australians are reflecting national pride as a fellow Australian transcends geographical, social and cultural boundaries to assume a position of global prominence, even if it has been attained through marrying well.
Princess Mary’s ascension potentially also promotes discussion about Australia’s evolving identity at a time when many Australians, including Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, would prefer that the country cut ties with the British monarchy and become a republic with its own head of state.
More tangibly, Princess Mary has played a significant role in connecting Australia with Denmark.
For over 20 years, Australians have watched her seamlessly integrate Danish traditions and language into her life while maintaining a strong connection to her Australian roots and visiting her homeland often.
Her commitment to philanthropy, advocating for health, women’s rights, and children’s well-being has further endeared her to Australians.
In Copenhagen, Thomas Larsen, a royal expert compared Mary with the late British Princess Diana.
“I think she has a big heart when it comes to people who are isolated, who are lonely. She wants to reach out to people who need help,” Larsen told The Associated Press.
And in the early hours of Monday morning Australian time, the modern-day fairytale will reach a new high point when Crown Princess Mary becomes the first Australian to become a queen.
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January 14, 2024: King Felipe and Queen Letizia sent a message of congratulations to the new King and Queen of Denmark, Frederik X and Mary, after Queen Margrethe II's abdication last new year's eve.
“Our congratulations on the beginning of your Reign, with the greatest personal affection and best wishes for the people of Denmark” 🇩🇰
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King Frederik X of Denmark attempting – for the first time ever as is tradition on the monarch’s birthday – to ask the crowd at Amalienborg Palace to join in a ninefold cheer for Denmark on 26 May 2024 ✨
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