Coronation regalia
Some of the Coronation regalia used during the ceremony. At the top is the Imperial State Crown containing the Black Prince's ruby. In the middle are the sandals forming part of the Coronation vestments and the Coronation ring, also known as the Wedding Ring of England. To the left is St. Edward's Staff and on the right, one of the eight maces (symbols of kingly authority). At the bottom are two of the five swords used - the Sword of Justice to the Spirituality and the Sword of Justice to the Temporality
Picture No
10677964
Media ID
46681208
Size
3854px x 5761px
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Credit
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Source
Unattributed illustration in The Sphere, 8 May 1937
Date
1937
