Royal watchers rush to congratulate Queen Mary after she receives ‘well deserved’ honour

Aussie born Queen Mary of Denmark has been recognised for her “commitment to the social conditions of children and young people” with a prestigious new honour.

The beloved royal received the accolade in an intimate ceremony at Frederik VIII’s Palace at Amalienborg in Copenhagen on Tuesday, June 4.

The Danish Royal Family celebrated Queen Mary’s latest honour by sharing the news on social media.

“Her Majesty the Queen today received the Greenland Self-Government’s medal of merit Nersornaat in gold,” the Royal Family said.

“The medal is the Self-Government’s most distinguished recognition and was presented by the Speaker of Greenland’s Parliament Inatsisartut Mimi Karlsen during a reception in Frederik VIII’s Palace at Amalienborg.

“The chairmanship of the Self-Government wishes to recognize the Queen’s many years of commitment to the social conditions of children and young people in Greenland, among other things, with the medal.”

 

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Fans rushed to congratulate Queen Mary, flooding social media with heartfelt messages and admiration for her tireless dedication to improving the lives of children and young people.

“Big congratulations to Queen Mary with a well deserved medal,” one person wrote.

“Congratulations queen.”

“So well deserved and big congratulations to our dear and beautiful queen,” commented another.

“Wow so amazingly beautiful gesture well deserved Medal H.M. Queen Mary.”

“She’s a beautiful and great person she deserves the best.”

The recent award comes after the Aussie born royal ascended to the throne and took her place as Queen of Denmark earlier this year.

Mary’s rise to the thronce began when Queen Margrethe II, Europe’s longest-serving monarch, announced her abdication after an illustrious 52-year reign during her traditional New Year’s Eve speech.

In the poignant moment, the 84-year-old Queen reflected on her decision, citing a successful back operation earlier in the year that prompted contemplation about the future.

Mere weeks after her announcement, in a ceremony rich with tradition and historical significance, Queen Margrethe II signed the declaration that would reshape Danish history and make her son King of Denmark and his wife the Queen.

After signing the declaration, the queen rose and gestured to Frederik to take her seat, proclaiming “God save the King” before leaving the room. Against the backdrop of Christiansborg Castle, Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen proclaimed Frederik as the new King of Denmark with the words “Long live his majesty King Frederik the 10th”.

Frederik was joined on the balcony by Queen Mary and their children: Christian, 18, who is the new heir to the throne, Princess Isabelle, 16, and 13-year-old twins Princess Josephine and Prince Vincent.

As Queen Mary and King Frederik shared a kiss on the balcony, the crowd erupted into cheers as the Danish national anthem echoed through the capital. Among the sea of red and white Danish flags, sporadic Australian flags paid homage to Mary’s homeland.