The grand ruby ring that Queen Camilla will wear at the Coronation – first worn in 1831
King Charles and Queen Camilla will be crowned as the King and Queen Consort on May 6, 2023, with the St Edward’s Crown and Queen Mary’s Crown, respectively. The King will also wear the Imperial State Crown at his Coronation, before exchanging it for the St Edward’s Crown at the end of the service. But what other Coronation Regalia will make an appearance?
The Coronation Regalia are sacred objects that are said to symbolise the power of the sovereign. The following items will be used during the Coronation in May.
Queen Consort’s Ring
This ring, a ruby set in gold, was created for the Coronation of King William IV and Queen Adelaide in 1831.
It has since been worn by three successive Queen Consorts: Queen Alexandra, Queen Mary, and Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother.
Queen Consort’s Rod with Dove
This is said to be emblematic of “equity and mercy”.
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Queen Consort’s Sceptre with Cross
Robert Vyner originally provided the rock crystal-inlaid Queen Consort’s Sceptre with Cross for the Coronation of Mary of Modena, Queen Consort of James II, in 1685.
Two Maces
These are the ceremonial symbols of authority that are carried in front of the sovereign at occasions like the State Opening of Parliament. They are made of silver gilded over oak and date from 1660 to 1695.
Sword of State
This is a steel blade with a silver-gilt hilt that is encased in a velvet-lined wooden scabbard, representing royal authority.
