Denmark

Prince Joachim speaks of his children's ''hurt'' at losing their royal titles

Prince Joachim of Denmark has said his children have been ”hurt” by the decision to take away their princely titles. Speaking to Ekstra Bladet, the prince said ”We are all very sorry. It’s never fun to see your children hurt like that.” On September 28th 2022, the Danish Royal Court announced that Joachim’s four children would lose their royal status and…
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Features

After shock, sadness and mourning, the reality of a new reign begins to appear

It’s less than three weeks since the death of Queen Elizabeth II and the accession of King Charles III and yet, despite the air of sadness still hanging over the House of Windsor, the reality of a new reign is beginning to take shape. One of the first official portraits issued of the new King showed him at work on his red boxes. It was a very public declaration that, despite his personal…
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British Royals

The cypher of King Charles III revealed

The cypher of King Charles III has been revealed. It shows his initial, C, and R for Rex, the Latin for King, as well as a representation of the Crown. There is a separate cypher for Scotland, showing the Scottish Crown. His Majesty approved the design himself. King Charles chose from a selection prepared for him by the College of Arms. The Scottish version of the cypher was overseen by the…
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British Royals

King Charles III to appear on coins soon

King Charles will appear on money in the UK imminently. The Royal Mint has confirmed that coins with His Majesty’s image will go into circulation in line with demand. Coins with the image of Queen Elizabeth II continue to be legal tender. As new coins are…
British Royals

The royal star that unites Queen Elizabeth II and King George VI

It is a striking and unexpected addition to a simple ledger stone that marks the resting place of two Monarchs united by family and history. The gravestone of King George VI and his elder daughter, Queen Elizabeth II, bears just one simple adornment – a Garter Star It is instantly recognisable on the black marble slab that marks their tombs in the King George VI Memorial Chapel at St.
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