Queen elizabeth 2 coronation memorabilia
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Royal memorabilia: the most valuable collectibles from Queen Elizabeth’s Coronation
We've always been a nation that loves Coronation memorabilia. From coins to tea towels, mugs to medals – no royal event is marked without some form of souvenir. Indeed, King Charles’ Coronation is being celebrated in the form of t-shirts, teddy bears and musical biscuit tins – and it was much the same for his mother during her accession to the throne 70 years ago.
When Queen Elizabeth was crowned in 1953, people flocked to the shops for souvenirs. Mugs, jugs and plates were purchased in their thousands, along with plenty of programmes and the occasional ashtray. As Britain entered a state of coronation jubilation, even toy companies got in on the action, producing miniature replicas of key symbols of the day.
While valuable in sentimental terms, most of these items have not increased in financial worth, as so many were made and remain in circulation. However, some well-chosen commemorative pieces are now coveted by collectors, fetching thousands of pounds at auction. We asked the experts which mementos take the crown…
Which coronation souvenirs were most popular?
“The pieces popular in 1953 were similar to those that are popular today,” notes Stephanie Connell, an antiq
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Original H M Queen Elizabeth II Coronation Approved Souvenir Programme 1953
We are so delighted to have this wonderful 1953 coronation programme in our collection. This programme was designed and printed by Odhams Press Limited, Long Acre, London, W.C. 2, England, for King George's Jubilee Trust.
Forty enchanting pages which detail the whole ceremony, the coronation procession and everyone involved.
As you would imagine the programme is printed on high quality paper.
The heavily embossed front cover depicts the coat of arms of Great Britain which was the symbol of the royal sovereignty of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
Page forty is a genealogical table tracing the royal line back to William the Conqueror.
Very good condition throughout.
This programme has obviously been treated with great respect.
Measures 9 3/4 inches x 7 inches. Weighs 120 grams.
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