As announced by Buckingham Palace, the “Edwards Crown” is to be reworked for the ceremony on May 6, 2023. According to the media, the circumference of the crown for Charles needs to be increased.
The crown, made of pure gold and set with precious stones such as rubies, amethysts and sapphires, is considered the centerpiece of the British crown jewels. She weighs more than two kilograms. It was made in 1661 to replace the original crown of the last Anglo-Saxon king, Edward the Confessor, which had been melted down shortly before during the English Civil War.
jewelry for a short period of time
The 74-year-old Charles is only briefly put on the “Edwards crown” at the moment of the coronation. When leaving the church, the king then wears a lighter crown. The Queen, who died in September, also wore this at the annual opening of Parliament.
It was initially unclear whether King’s wife Camilla, who is also to be crowned at the ceremony, will wear the crown last worn by Queen Mum. The world-famous diamond Koh-i-Noor from India is incorporated into it. A decision is still pending.
Source: Nachrichten
