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The crown jewels laid on the queen's coffin have an ancient history—and a powerful meaning for the monarchy. Skip to main content. Moses La..., WA. Moses Lake, WA. Local News ...
Queen Elizabeth II: 1926-2022 Understanding the symbolism in the queen’s funeral processions. Scepter, orb, crown — what does it all mean?
Queen Elizabeth’s Imperial State Crown, orb, and scepter sat on top of her coffin at her Sept. 19 state funeral service. They were later removed during a committal ceremony at St. George’s Chapel.
During the committal service for Queen Elizabeth II, a particularly poignant moment came when, before the final hymn, the Imperial State Crown, the orb and the scepter presented to the queen at ...
The Sovereign’s Scepter has been used at every coronation since 1661. However, in 1910 King George V added the Cullinan I diamond to it, which is the largest colorless cut diamond in the world.
During the committal service for Queen Elizabeth II in St. George’s Chapel at Windsor Castle, the imperial state crown, orb and scepter were removed from the queen’s casket, and placed on the ...