![]() Three Swords representing mercy, spiritual justice and temporal justice. The Sword of Mercy, one of three used in the coronation of the British monarch. They represent the sovereign’s authority and are also used during the State Opening of Parliament. ![]() Two Royal Maces made of silver gilt over oak and dating from 16. While many of the objects will also be used in the investiture section of the coronation, some will only be seen during the procession and then placed on the altar during the service. The Crown Jewels will first be seen when they are processed into the Abbey ahead of the King and Queen at the start of the service. Here we take a look at all the Crown Jewels and what their purpose is on coronation day. Just one medieval item survives, which is the 12th century coronation spoon. The priceless objects will be carried into Westminster Abbey, with many of them also serving a specific purpose during the anointing and investiture section of the ceremony.įamously kept at the Tower of London when not in use, most of the current set of jewels were made for the coronation of King Charles II in 1661 after the original set dating from medieval times was melted down when the monarchy was abolished under the leadership of Oliver Cromwell. When King Charles and Queen Camilla are crowned on May 6, central to the event will be the glittering Crown Jewels. ![]()
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