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coronation of Elizabeth II
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Elizabeth II's coronation Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, kneels before Queen Elizabeth II during her coronation ceremony at Westminster Abbey, surrounded by clergy and officials in ceremonial robes. Elizabeth II: coronation Queen Elizabeth II stands at the center of a large group of coronation guests in formal attire and robes in the ornate throne room of Buckingham Palace. The Coronation Chair in Westminster Abbey, an ornate wooden throne with a high pointed back and gold-painted lion figures at the base. Elizabeth II: coronation menu Wedgwood teapot, sugar bowl, and creamer decorated with white reliefs commemorating the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II, including a profile portrait and royal symbols. Westminster Abbey: Coronation Chair Elizabeth II's anointing Queen Elizabeth II's Coronation Robe of Estate, a long purple velvet robe with gold embroidery and white ermine trim, displayed in a glass case at Windsor Castle.

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