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Queen Elizabeth II’s Will Revealed: Harry Cut Out, But Inherits a Horse Named Meg
The recent disclosure of Queen Elizabeth II's will has sent shockwaves through royal circles, with Prince Harry notably absent from the list of beneficiaries.
The Queen's passing has not only disrupted normalcy but also raised questions about the fate of her vast wealth, including historic jewels and valuable artwork.
Divided into two parts, the Queen's will encompasses her personal belongings and the Crown's estate.
The former comprises a diverse array of items, such as estates and valuable objects, valued at over $420 million according to the Sunday Times.
However, what has caught the attention of many is the exclusion of Prince Harry and Prince Andrew from the Queen's will, as confirmed by representatives to Forbes.
Prince Harry, in particular, finds himself without any share of the $100 million left to the royal family by his great grandmother, the Queen Mother.
Speculation abounds that Princess Anne may have assumed control of this substantial sum.
Radar Online reports a likelihood that neither Prince Harry nor Prince Andrew will receive any significant jewels from the Queen's estate, citing their estrangement from the royal family as a contributing factor.
In contrast, Meghan's sister-in-law, the Princess of Wales, is set to inherit $110 million in jewelry from the Queen, with intentions to pass on some pieces to their niece, Lilibet, ensuring she is not left out.
However, Meghan herself has been completely excluded from the inheritance, a decision that has raised eyebrows among royal observers.
Despite the lack of monetary or jewelry inheritance, an intriguing detail has emerged – Queen Elizabeth II has bequeathed Prince Harry a horse named Meg.
This unconventional gift is reportedly due to Harry's fondness for playing polo.
While this may seem unconventional, it is in line with the Queen's known affinity for horses and equestrian pursuits.
The decision to gift Harry a horse instead of financial assets may be seen as a deliberate move to prevent potential misuse of funds, with concerns raised about Harry's financial responsibility.
The peculiar inclusion of the horse named Meg adds a touch of whimsy to an otherwise serious matter of inheritance within the royal family.
In a separate development, the Crown Estate, which encompasses a vast collection of properties and lands across the United Kingdom, has now passed into the possession of King Charles.
This includes iconic landmarks such as Buckingham Palace, Kensington Palace, and the Duchy of Cornwall, as well as the estate of the Crown of Scotland.
Furthermore, King Charles now holds the Sovereign Grant, which serves as the royal salary.
With an estimated annual income of $98 million, King Charles is poised to oversee a significant portion of the royal wealth and assets, including ownership of all swans, whales, and dolphins in the United Kingdom, deemed as property of the Crown.
As the details of Queen Elizabeth II's will continue to unfold, the exclusion of Prince Harry and the peculiar bequest of a horse named Meg underscore the complexities and intricacies of royal inheritance.
With the transition of wealth and assets to the next generation, the royal family faces a new chapter marked by changes in ownership and stewardship of historic treasures and properties.