Decorative arts — 1902
Coronet, silver gilt Coronation coronet
Silver gilt coronet worn by HRH Helen, Duchess of Albany for the Coronations of Edward VII in 1902 & George V in 1911. The coronet comprises four St John crosses alternating with four fleur de lis. On the band is a moulded design imitating a rope, pearls and jewels. It has ermine edging, a purple silk velvet cap of estate, tassel of gold bullion and thread, and lined with cream corded silk.
Helen, Duchess of Albany was the wife of Prince Leopold, Duke of Albany and youngest son of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert.
- Category:
- Decorative arts
- Object ID:
- 82.60/10
- Object name:
- coronet, silver gilt Coronation coronet
- Object type:
- Artist/Maker:
- R & S Garrard & Company
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- Related places:
25 Haymarket, City of Westminster, London [City of Westminster], City of Westminster
- Production date:
- 1902
- Material:
silver, fur, silk, gold
- Measurements/duration:
- H 115 mm, DM 130 mm (overall)
- Part of:
- —
- On display:
- —
- Record quality:
- 100%
- Part of this object:
- —
- Owner Status & Credit:
Permanent collection
- Copyright holder:
digital image © London Museum
- Image credit:
- —
- Creative commons usage:
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