Being born royal no longer guarantees a job-free life

Many European monarchies have "downsized" significantly in recent decades -- meaning that dozens of royals are expected to find gainful employment and pay their own way, reported Cable News Network (CNN).

Of the 10 main royal families in Europe, nine still receive public funding for carrying out their duties -- the only exception being the Princely House of Liechtenstein, which doesn't get any taxpayer money to cover its expenses, said the CNN report.

How much money each family receives depends on local laws and traditions. Some countries give their royals one large lump sum. In others, the funding comes from a variety of sources, making a direct comparison difficult, the report added.

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