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Alexandra Alexandra, princess of Wales (later queen consort to Edward VII), wearing a diamond and pearl choker known as a “dog collar”
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Also Known As Alexandra, Princess of Schleswig-Holstein-Sonderburg-Glücksburg • Alexandra, Princess of Wales • Alexandra Caroline Mary Charlotte Louisa Julia
Born December 1, 1844 • Copenhagen • Denmark
Died November 20, 1925 (aged 80) • Sandringham • England
Notable Family Members spouse Edward VII • son George V

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