The Sweet Story Behind Kate Middleton's New Necklace and Earrings

Now, we finally know the story behind the piece, thanks to a People exclusive. According to the outlet, the necklace was gifted to Middleton during her and Prince William’s visit to Salthill Knocknacarra Gaelic Athletic Association club in Ireland back in March.

Per the outlet, the couple used physiotherapist Thérèse Tully’s on-site treatment room to change their clothes between engagements. Tully decided to surprise her with the jewelry, leaving it in the room with a framed note and her business card.

“It’s so amazing to see her wearing them, she seems to be getting so much wear out of the pieces—I’m just delighted,” Tully told People.“I wanted to give her something handcrafted from Galway, so I called Aisling, a local jeweler and commissioned her to make something bespoke, something fit for a princess. I didn’t give her much notice but she did an amazing job.”

And boy, did Aisling O’Brien, who runs local jewelry business All The Falling Stars, deliver. Not only did she make the necklace but also a pair of matching gold hoop earrings, all in 14-karat gold. See the full set below.