“God Save The King”: The Moment Charles III Was Crowned During Lavish Coronation
deadline.comIt’s official, King Charles III has been crowned. Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby placed the St Edward’s Crown on Charles’ head in a historic moment that symbolizes his ascent to the throne.
After it was placed on the Sovereign’s head, the congregation at Westminster Abbey proclaimed “God Save The King.” The crowning was followed by a gun salute, fired by the King’s troop royal horse artillery, stationed at Horse Guards Parade.
The King has been crowned with St Edward’s Crown by the Archbishop of Canterbury in Westminster Abbey.#Coronation | #KingCharles pic.twitter.com/ZcWxV4PRsj The St Edward’s Crown was made for King Charles II’s Coronation in 1661 and has been used to crown seven monarchs over the past 362 years, including Elizabeth II in 1953.
The crown, the most significant of the crown jewels, is made of a solid gold frame and weighs more than four pounds. It is decorated with rubies, amethysts, and sapphires.
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