As a language model, I do not have access to real-time data on the wealth of all living monarchs, but I can provide some background information on the topic. It’s important to note that monarchs often hold their wealth through various forms of assets, including land, art, and historical artifacts, which can be difficult to quantify accurately. Additionally, the wealth of a monarch can fluctuate depending on various economic and political factors.
There are currently 29 living monarchs in the world, including 10 kings, 16 queens, and 3 sultans. The countries they rule over vary in size and economic power, and as such, their personal wealth can also vary widely. Some monarchs, such as the Queen of England, have significant personal wealth, while others, such as the King of Bhutan, have relatively modest lifestyles.
Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom is one of the world’s wealthiest monarchs, with an estimated personal net worth of around $500 million. Much of her wealth comes from her private investments, including real estate, art, and racehorses. The Queen also receives a significant income from the Crown Estate, which is managed by the government and includes property and land assets.
King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia is another monarch with significant personal wealth. As the head of one of the world’s richest countries, King Salman’s net worth is estimated to be around $18 billion. The royal family of Saudi Arabia controls a significant portion of the country’s oil reserves and has extensive holdings in various industries, including finance, real estate, and telecommunications.
King Maha Vajiralongkorn of Thailand is also a wealthy monarch, with an estimated net worth of around $30 billion. He inherited a significant portion of his wealth from his father, the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej, who was one of the world’s wealthiest monarchs at the time of his death in 2016. The Thai royal family also has significant holdings in real estate and other business ventures.
Other wealthy monarchs include the Sultan of Brunei, Hassanal Bolkiah, whose personal wealth is estimated to be around $20 billion, and the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, whose net worth is estimated to be around $2 billion.
It’s important to note that not all monarchs have significant personal wealth. For example, King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck of Bhutan has deliberately maintained a modest lifestyle and has even given up some of his royal privileges to promote a more democratic and egalitarian society in his country.
In conclusion, the personal wealth of living monarchs varies widely depending on various factors, including the country they rule over and the assets they hold. While some monarchs have significant personal wealth, others lead relatively modest lifestyles, reflecting the changing role of monarchy in the modern world.
List of all living Monarchs
Europe:
- King Philippe of Belgium
- Queen Margrethe II of Denmark
- Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom
- King Harald V of Norway
- King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands
- King Felipe VI of Spain
- King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden
- Prince Albert II of Monaco
- Grand Duke Henri of Luxembourg
- King Mihai I of Romania
Asia:
- Emperor Naruhito of Japan
- Emperor Akihito of Japan (although he abdicated in 2019, he is still considered a living monarch)
- King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck of Bhutan
- Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei
- Emperor Sultan Qaboos bin Said al Said of Oman (although he passed away in January 2020, he was still a living monarch at the time of my knowledge cutoff)
- King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia
- King Abdullah II of Jordan
- Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani of Qatar
Africa:
19. King Letsie III of Lesotho
20. King Mswati III of Eswatini (formerly Swaziland)
21. King Mohammed VI of Morocco
Oceania:
South America:
23. King Felipe VI of Spain (as the King of Spain, he is also considered a monarch of the Spanish territories in South America)
In addition to these monarchs, there are also several other figures who hold royal titles and play ceremonial or symbolic roles in their respective countries, such as the King of the Ashanti in Ghana and the Emperor of Ethiopia. However, they do not have formal political power and are not recognized as constitutional monarchs.
