The monarch is charging a King’s ransom for a Valentine’s Day tea set this year, as it costs a heart-breaking £1,115.
King Charles has put together a hamper full of all his favourite afternoon tea bits and bobs.
The exclusive woven basket full of goods has been released for lovebirds wanting a royally romantic afternoon.
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But they better have been saving up, as the King’s Rose Hamper costs a whopping £1,115, as reported by Whats The Jam.
The basket itself costs a pretty penny – as the Highgrove exclusive items included in the basket cost a combined £940.85.
The most expensive item in the hamper is a fine bone china teapot, costing an eye-watering £325.
Couples will be able to split the fun with a pair of £135 mugs and saucers included in the hamper.
A fine bone china creamer is also buried in the basket, which costs £115.
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An eight-inch dessert plate makes up the selection of fine china – priced at a jaw-dropping £110.
The hamper also includes a £10.05 tin of tea – namely, the Prince of Wales blend.
A portion of Highgrove’s original £5.95 shortbread comes with a £5.95 jar of their organic strawberry preserve, with Marc de Champagne, to dip it in.
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A spokesperson for Highgrove said: “Celebrate the ritual of afternoon tea with The King’s Rose Hamper, a thoughtfully put-together collection of fine bone china and organic Highgrove treats.
“Inspired by the striking beauty of The King’s Rose, this hamper is designed for those who appreciate craftsmanship and heritage as well as the quintessentially English pastime of afternoon tea.
“Each piece of fine bone china is inspired by The King’s Rose, a special variety of flower created by David Austin Roses in support of The King’s Foundation.
“Named in honour of His Majesty King Charles III, this distinctive English Shrub Rose is celebrated for its eye-catching fuchsia-and-white striped petals, lending bold yet natural elegance to this tea set.
“For the ultimate tea time experience, the hamper also includes our organic original shortbread, perfect for dunking, a jar of our Marc de Champagne Strawberry Preserve, and a tin of organic Prince of Wales loose leaf tea to add a royal touch.
“Beautifully presented in a Highgrove-branded wicker basket, this hamper is perfect for gifting or elevating your own tea moments.”
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