The Most Unexpected Gifts the Royal Family Has Received

10. Sperm Whale Tooth Necklace

Given to: Elizabeth II, the queen Given by: Fiji; estimated worth: $500–$700* A sperm whale tooth necklace was one of the most unusual gifts ever offered to Queen Elizabeth II. The whale tooth has significant symbolic importance, and the necklace was gifted to the Queen by the Fijian people. It is also referred to as a tabua in Fiji.

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Necklace made of Sperm Whale Tooth (@evelynschagen56) on Pinterest This priceless artefact, known as a tabua (Fijian for "sacred"), is frequently connected to luck and paranormal abilities. The tabua costs between $500 and $700 for a single tooth, making it literally worth its weight in gold. Because the Fijian people value this sperm whale tooth even more than diamonds, it has historically been used as a wedding ring.