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The Richest Royal in the World May Surprise You (Hint: It’s Not Queen Elizabeth II)

Although some may think of Queen Elizabeth II as the richest royal, she actually doesn’t even make the top 10 list. These are the royals on that list.

by Karen Bennett

Published on June 20, 2018

5 min read

When we think of wealthy royals, Queen Elizabeth II, princes William and Harry, and Duchess Kate Middleton come to mind. However, you may be surprised to know that the queen mum and her family do not even make the list of the world’s top 10 wealthiest royals. Queen Elizabeth II is estimated to be the 13th richest royal. She has a net worth of $425 million, according to Fortune.

Who are these rich royals, then? Let’s take a look from the 10th richest royal to the top richest in the world. The first person on our list is the son of a famous American movie star turned princess.

10. Albert II of Monaco

Prince Albert II of Monaco — Prince Albert is the head of the Grimaldi family. | Valery Hache/AFP/Getty Images

Net worth: $1 billion
Residence: Monaco
Title: Prince of Monaco
Age: 59
Source of wealth: Société des bains de mer de Monaco and casinos

Prince Albert II, with a net worth of $1 billion in 2010, is head of the 700-year-old Grimaldi family in Monaco, a 2-square mile country on the French Riviera. The Société des bains de mer de Monaco operates the country’s casino and other entertainment properties.

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