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The robe worn by monarchs at the most sacred part of the Coronation ceremony

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27th April 2023
King Charles III’s coronation will be a blend of modern and traditional.The Supertunica he will wear is firmly in the “traditional” column. In fact, it dates back to medieval coronations and is one of the items mentioned in the ‘Liber Regalis,’ which is basically a Coronation guide book that dates back to 1382 when Richard II reigned.The ‘Liber Regalis’ says the Supertunica…
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The Sovereign's Orb

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27th April 2023
It’s one of the oldest and storied item in the Crown Jewels, the Sovereign’s Orb.Created in 1661 by Sir Robert Vyner for Charles II’s coronation, the orb is a hollow gold sphere with a cross on top. It symbolizes the monarch’s Christian sovereignty and their…
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The Coronation robes of Britain's last king, George VI

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26th April 2023
It’s been nearly 90 years since the United Kingdom crowned its last King, King George VI. And the outfit worn by George on 12 May 1937 might give us an idea of how King Charles III may dress when he is crowned on 6 May, and how he could follow tradition.As he walked into Westminster Abbey, King George VI wore the Robe of State, also known as the Parliament Robe. The long mantle is worn…
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The wedding that made the House of Windsor

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26th April 2023
It was a wedding that changed the course of royal history. When Albert, Duke of York married Lady Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon on April 26th 1923 at Westminster Abbey, a partnership that would prove vital to the very survival of the British Monarchy was cemented. The couple, and…
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Royal Wedding Dresses: The Kent Brides

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24th April 2023
The modern brides of the House of Kent have all made history with their royal marriages in one way or another and the gowns they wore on their big day are certainly memorable. Two took centre stage in some of the most ancient churches in England while another was worn at a very modern marriage hundreds of miles from home. They share an air of romance while having striking features all of their…
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The gems and history of the Crown Jewels

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23rd April 2023
The Crown Jewels are the most sacred and special jewellery and regalia at the disposal of the monarch, and they are stored permanently at the Tower of London unless otherwise needed for state occasions, such as a coronation.In total, there are 142 objects with over…
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The sacred promise King Charles III will make at the Coronation

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21st April 2023
A crucial part of any Coronation is the oath that the new Sovereign takes.Just like the ceremony itself, the oath that is part of it has changed throughout the centuries, according to historical context and the will of the Monarch.The last big change to the oath came in 1937, when other “territories and realms” were also included in the formula, an acknowledgement of all the…
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