These Royal Family Gifts Are Definitely Not Your Average Presents

4. A Feast Made Entirely of Sugar (+ Sugar Replica of the Groom)

Given to: French Regent Marie de'Medici
Given by: French King Henry IV
Estimated Value: Incalculable
In 1600, King Henry IV of France sent his future bride, Marie de'Medici, a lavish and unusual pre-wedding gift. She was greeted with a feast that appeared to feature roasted meats and seafood.

Marie de'Medici, Young_fitzmuseum, Pinterest, Amy Jugg and Katie, Everett Collection, and Shutterstock
However, the "food" was actually intricately carved sugar sculptures. To top it off, Henry sent a life-sized sugar replica of himself on horseback to represent him during the wedding vows.

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