The Master of the Jewel Office was a position in the Royal Households of England, the Kingdom of Great Britain and the United Kingdom. The office holder was responsible for running the Jewel House, which houses the Crown Jewels. This role has, at various points in history, been called Master or Treasurer of the Jewel House, Master or Keeper of the Crown Jewels, Master or Keeper of the Regalia, and Keeper of the Jewel House. In 1967, the role was combined with Resident Governor of the Tower of London.
Incumbents
Sir Robert Howard died during the English Civil War (1642–51). A successor was appointed at the restoration of the monarchy under Charles II in 1660.
In 1782, the office was closed and its duties were transferred to the Lord Chamberlain. It was revived in the 19th century.
For subsequent appointments see Resident Governor of the Tower of London and Keeper of the Jewel House