You Won't Believe What People Have Gifted the Royal Family

VelvetCircuit Updated 2025-09-20

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5. A Golden Gong

Given to: Elizabeth II, the queen
Given by: His Majesty Tuanku Ja'afar ibni Almarhum Tuanku Abdul Rahman, The Yang Di Pertuan Agong X of Malaysia
Estimated Value: $50,000*
In 1995, the Queen received a golden gong from the Yang Di Pertuan Agong X of Malaysia. This beautifully crafted instrument, while ceremonial in nature, could have been a unique way to announce dinner at Buckingham Palace.

Elizabeth II, The Golden Gongar Shutterstock | @RoyalTrustCollection | Pinterest ©Shaun Jeffers
Although it’s unlikely that the Queen ever used the gong, it remains an exquisite addition to the Royal Collection. Today, the gong is most likely stored safely, serving as a fascinating piece of royal history.

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