The Sword of State and Cap of Maintenance - two of the most important Crown Jewells on display at State Opening of Parliament
11th May 2021
People all over the world will be familiar with the Imperial State Crown and all that it represents. With almost 3,000 precious stones making up the headpiece, it is only seen at State Openings of Parliament and Coronations of the Monarch.
But what about the other two items of royal insignia which are also only present at the most regal of events?
The Great Sword of State and the Cap of…