150,000 Works of Art
Owned Since: 17th Century
Valued At: $10 billion*
In the 17th century, King Charles I started collecting art. The collection passed to each new sovereign as they ascended the throne. More than 150,000 pieces are included. Some are by some of history’s most well-known painters. Many news outlets have covered Queen Elizabeth II’s impressive art collection, including ViacomCBS and, more broadly, the Royal Academy of Arts. The $10 billion acquisition added even more value to the $10 billion art collection. This incredible collection includes original works by Peter Paul Rubens, Fan Hals, Leonardo da Vinci, and Rembrandt, among others.
150,000 Works of Art
Six Royal Residences
Owned Since: Late 11th Century (Windsor Castle)
Valued At: $18 billion*
The costs of royal residences are difficult to determine. There are six houses from which to choose. The Queen’s Scottish home is Holyrood, and the Queen’s Irish residence is Sandringham. Buckingham Palace is the headquarters. The Queen’s country residence is Windsor Castle, and her summer residence is Balmoral. Balmoral in Town and Country is the Queen’s favorite residence. The Queen will remain at Buckingham Palace until 2020. She will not be returning this year. Queen Elizabeth also owns other real estate holdings that are used as formal Royal Residencies.
Six Royal Residences
