Coronations Collection (page 6)

Erecting coronation seats in front of Reform Club
Special stands and viewing galleries being constructed on the front of the Reform Club in Pall Mall, London from where members

Two hundred policemen test stands before Coronation
Two hundred policemen test the strength of the viewing stands along the processional route for the Coronation of King George V in 1911

Coronation thrones, 1911
The thrones used for the enthronisation stage of the ceremony during the coronation of King George V in June 1911. These would be used following the crowning of the King on St

Decorations in London for the 1911 Coronation
The finishing touch to the festivities for the coronation of King George V in 1911. A workman adjusts one of the heraldic lions in Whitehalls beautiful scheme of decoration

Rehearsal of the Coronation procession
The first rehearsal of the Coronation ceremony and procession in 1911 (for the coronation of King George V) including a trial run of the famous royal creams pulling a prison-like van instead of

Decorating Coronation beakers, 1911
Women at the Royal Doulton Potteries at Burslem, pictured decorating and glazing the Coronation beakers to commemorate the Coronation of King George V in 1911 and given to 100

Coronation preparations at Harrods by Matania
A busy scene at Harrods department store, showing the vast array of Coronation novelties in the making to decorate the shop front and surrounding streets. Date: 1911

Illusion Coronation Perfume advertisement, 1911
Advertisement for Dralles Illusion, THE Coronation Perfume featuring a heady mix of violet, lilac, carnation, rose, lily-of-the-valley and narcissus

Accustoming a horse to traffic before the Coronation
A mounted policeman accustoming an inexperienced horse to London traffic conditions rior to the Coronation procession of 12 May 1937. Date: 1937

Sphere front cover, Heralding the Coronation, 1937
Front cover of The Sphere, depicting a splendidly attired herald on horseback blows his ceremonial trumpet in honour of the Coronation of King George VI on 12 May 1937. Date: 1937

Spectators watch coronation rehearsal on wooden stands
The temporary stands, constructed along the processional route, filled with people watching the Coronation rehearsal prior to the real event on 12 May 1937

The coronation parade of Edward VII in 1902. Colonial troops on parade. 1902

1953 Coronation street party
Photograph of a childrens street party in an unidentified but bunting adorned location, with children enjoying some teatime treats and parents

Coronation 1953 - Dawn of a new Elizabethan Age
Aerial view of Westminster Abbey and the surrounding area showing the pageantry of the Coronation procession, contrasted with the glorious reign of the first Queen Elizabeth I. Date: 1953

Coronation 1937 - King George VI standing before the assembl
Beginning of the service at the Coronation of King George VI is The Recognition. The King, stands before the Assembly while the Archbishop of Canterbury, Cosmo Lang, presents him

Processional route for the 1937 Coronation
Incredibly detailed aerial view of central London by ILN special artist G.H. Davis showing the processional route to and from Westminster Abbey for the Coronation of King George VI in 1937

Coronation Commissions First Meeting: Mr Attlee
Mr Attlee, at the time, leader of the opposition and a member of the Coronation Committee. 1952

Coronation Commissions First Meeting: Churchill
The Prime Minister, Winston Churchill entering his car outside St. Jamess Palace after attending the first meeting of the Coronation Commission. Date: 1952

King George VI in Coronation robes, 1937
Portrait of King George VI in Coronation robes. Date: 1937

Annexe built on Westminster Abbey for William IV coronation
The first occasion on which a temporary annexe to Westminster Abbey was built, for the Coronation of King William IV in 1830

State Coach
Side view of the magnificent Golden State coach used for royal coronations decorated with paintings by Cipriani including the royal arms on the upper back panel, ornamented with the Order of St

Coronation 1937 - Bond Street arrayed in white
Bond Street hung with white banners which are floodlit to celebrate the Coronation of King George VI in May 1937. The white banners, 30 feet by 6 feet

Coronation 1937 - Regent Street decorated
Regent Street in central London decorated with red, white, blue and gold for the Coronation of King George VI in May 1937

Annexe built on Westminster Abbey for George V coronation
Photograph showing the temporary annexe constructed to provide extra space for the coronation procession of King George V. The structure was gothic in style with a porte-cochere. Date: 1937

Annexe built on Westminster Abbey for Edward VII coronation
The temporary annexe constructed outside Westminster Abbey for marshalling the coronation procession of King Edward VII in 1902

Coronation 1953, Queen Elizabeth II - St Edwards Crown
The Archbishop of Canterbury placing St. Edwards Crown on the head of Queen Elizabeth II - the supreme moment in the Coronation service at Westminster Abbey on 2 June 1953. Date: 1953

His Grace the Duke of Norfolk, K. G
The Hereditary Earl Marshal of England, his Grace the Duke of Norfolk, K. G. Head of the Heralds College, who is responsible for the coronation arrangements

The State Coach of British Sovereigns: Used since the time of George III. This magnificent vehicle, designed by William (later Sir William) Chambers, was built for George III. And finished in 1762

Coronation Medals of the Kings and Queens of England, from William and Mary to George VI

The Crowning of Queen Elizabeth II / Coronation
The supreme moment during the coronation ceremony of Queen Elizabeth II with the Archbishop of Canterbury placing the crown on the monarchs head

Rev. Dr. A. C. Don, Dean of Westminster
The Dean of Westminster, according to ancient traditional rights, assists the Archbishop of Canterbury at the coronation of British Sovereigns, in particular at the Unction, the Investiture

The Scottish regalia for coronations of Scottish Monarchs
The Scottish regalia used at the coronations of Scottish Monarchs, and objects associated with the symbols of Sovereignty

The Crowning of a Queen
" The Crowning of a Queen", from an Authority of c. 1373: One of the four Illuminations in " Liber Regalis, " a manuscript of the Coronation Service in Westminster Abby Library

The Mall at night decorated for the Coronation, 1953
Floodlit lions and unicorns stand guard over the illuminated coronets twinkling and floating in the night air. The Mall after dark decorated for the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II in 1953

Tatler Coronation Number front cover, 1953
Front cover of the Tatler reporting on the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II in June 1953, and featuring four ceremonial spears with the coat of arms of the Queen against a red velvet backdrop

King with Regalia
The king on his throne, holding the orb and sceptre, surrounded by his courtiers. Date: 15th century

The Throne of George IV by T. Dowse
The throne of King George IV by T. Dowse, inventor of the burnished raised gold and silver in imitation of the ancient missal" presented in a gilt frame

Coronation Chair & Regalia of England
The Ancient Coronation Chair and Regalia of England, including the Crown Jewels, and medals of King George III and Queen Charlotte given away at their coronation in 1761

Romanian coronation 1922
The coronation of King Ferdinand and Queen Marie of Romania at Alba Julia in Transylvania on 15 October 1922. There was no historical tradition of coronations in Romania

Charles V Crowned
Charles V le Sage, and his wife Jeanne de Bourbon, are crowned at Reims

Lord Gwydyr (1810-1909)
Photographic portrait of Lord Gwydyr, a member of British aristocracy, who had attended four British coronations; those of George IV, William IV, Queen Victoria and King Edward VII

English Coronation Stone
The English Coronation Stone, Kingston-upon-Thames, Surrey, dating back to 901. Alfred the Greats son Edward the Elder was the first of seven Saxon kings to be crowned on it

Coronation / Moscow 1896
The coronation of Nicolas II and Alexandra of Russia, which apparently inspired a polka!

William IV Crowned
CORONATION OF WILLIAM IV Though he succeeds George IV in June 1830, he is not crowned at Westminster Abbey until 15 months later

Edward VIII Coronation
EDWARD VIII An artists impression of how Edwards coronation ceremony would have looked, had he not abdicated in December 1936

Coronation Carving 1559
Detail of one of the carvings on an oak settle made to commemorate the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth I

Coronation / Edward VI
EDWARD VI rides to his coronation through the snow- covered streets of London

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Step into the grandeur of coronations: a journey through history and tradition. The Daily Sketch Coronation Number 1953 Queen Elizabeth II captures the essence of this momentous occasion, as she ascended to the throne. Marvel at The Coronation Coach, a symbol of regal splendor that has carried monarchs for centuries. Delve into the Crowns of Britain, each one holding stories of power and prestige. Witness the awe-inspiring cutaway of Westminster Abbey during the Coronation in 1937, revealing its intricate beauty and sacred significance. Explore the Map of the Coronation ritual within these hallowed walls, where centuries-old traditions were upheld. The Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II in 1953 marked a new era with grace and poise. Reflect on King George V and Queen Mary's majestic ceremony that united a nation. Discover The Coronation Regalia of Britain, dazzling jewels that have adorned kings and queens throughout time. Even advertisements like Birds Custard Powder from 1902 celebrated this historic event, reminding us how deeply ingrained they can in our culture. Two Heralds and a Pursuivant announce their arrival with pomp and circumstance while commemorating King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra's memorable coronation. The Front Cover of The Sphere's Coronation Number on June 6th, 1953 encapsulates all these moments in one captivating image. Join us on this enchanting journey through time as we unravel the rich tapestry woven by coronations.