Kate and Meghan wear pearls to mourn Queen Elizabeth II at state funeral

Pearls are often referred to as mourning jewellery - a tradition said to date back to Queen Victoria's era in the 19th century. Photos: Reuters and AFP

Catherine, the Princess of Wales, and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, on Monday each opted for pearls to mourn Queen Elizabeth II at her state funeral at Westminster Abbey.

Pearls are often referred to as mourning jewellery - a tradition said to date back to Queen Victoria's era in the 19th century.