Regalia Collection (#17)

George, Prince of Wales, and his brother, Prince Frederick
George, Prince of Wales (later King George IV, 1762-1830), and his brother, Prince Frederick (1763-1827), Prince- Bishop of Osnabruck (later Duke of York and Albany) in Order of the Garter regalia

Tower of London fire, breaking into the strongroom
Tower of London fire, 30 October 1841 - a group of men breaking into the strongroom in the Jewel Tower to remove the crown jewels and save them from destruction. 1841

Undergraduate of Bradfield College, Berkshire, in academic mortar board and gown. Date: 1939

Under Which King? by James Bernard Fagan
Promotional postcard for Under Which King? By James Bernard Fagan. First produced at the Adelphi Theatre, 5th June 1905. The choice is, of course

The Rose and the Ring by Christine Marillier
Promotional postcard for The Rose and the Ring by Christine Marillier. A Musical Fantasy dramatised by the composer from W. M. Thackerays story (1854)

Henry V by William Shakespeare
Promotional postcard for Henry V by William Shakespeare. Lewis Waller was the leading matinee idol of his day, and well cast as Henry

The Marriages of Mayair by Cecil Raleigh and Henry Hamilton
Promotional postcard for The Marriages of Mayfair by Cecil Raleigh and Henry Hamilton. First produced Drury Lane Theatre, 21st Septembe 1908. The box with the lid open

Medieval eagle regalia.. Chromolithograph from Jakob Heinrich von Hefner-Altenecks Costumes, Artworks and Appliances from the Middle Ages to the 17th Century, Frankfurt, 1889

Suffragette N. W. S. P. U Regalia Ribbon
N.W.S.P.U regalia or ribbon, produced for the Great Womens Sunday Demonstration, 21st June 1908, in Hyde Park. Mrs. Pethick-Lawrence was responsible for choosing the colours - purple

Gordon Boys Orphanage, Dover - Sword Dance
Inmates of the Gordon Boys Orphanage, Dover perform the Argyll Sword Dance dressed in full Scottish regalia. Date: Date unknown

Masonic group, India. Date: circa 1890s

Eight King Edwards
King Edward VIII pictured centre in his coronation regalia (except he abdicated before he could be crowned). Surrounding him are the seven preceding King Edwards. Date: 1936

Coronation of King Henry IV
An impression of part of the Coronation procession at the time of King Henry IV (1366 - 1413), showing knightly attendants in procession up the nave bearing the mace, the helmet

Crowning of King George V
The crowning of King George V during his 1911 Coronation. Date: 1911

Fire in the Tower of London, rescuing the Crown Jewels
Breaking into the strong room in the Jewel Tower at the Tower of London to rescue the Crown Jewels during a fire in 1841. Date: 1841

Closing Jewel House at Tower of London during 1937 Coronatio
A Yeoman warder pinning up the Lord Chamberlains notice on the Wakefield Tower in the Tower of London, announcing that owing to the removal of the Regalia the place will be closed until May 17

Royal investiture of the Prince of Wales at Caernarvon Castl
Prince Charles in full regalia as he is presented to the Welsh people at Queen Eleanors Gate. His coronet weighs only three pounds and is of pure gold crystals

Kings State Harness for State Coach
A horse wearing the Kings State Harness, for use with the State Coach. Date: early 20th century

Tsar Nicholas II Coronation at St. Petersburg
Tsar Nicholas II of Russia was crowned on the 26th of May 1896 in St. Petersburg; the entire city was adorned with an enormous assortment of extravagant regalia. Date: 26th May 1896

Tsar Nicholas II Coronation - The Triumph Area
Tsar Nicholas II of Russia was coronated on the 26th of May 1896, this space, named the Triumph area was at the time devoted to celebrating the event

Sir Michael A. S. Biddulph, Vanity Fair, Spy
SIR MICHAEL ANTHONY SHRAPNEL BIDDULPH (1823-1904) Artist. Caption: The Regalia Date: 1823-1904

Thomas Walsh
THOMAS WALSH - Catholic churchman, vicar apostolic of the London district (equival- -ent to a bishop, but whose bishopric has been inter- -rupted) in full regalia. Date: 1766 - 1849

Symbols Chakravartin Folio Digambara Manuscript
Artokoloro

Dancing and Grand march at the North American Indian Days celebration at Browning Montana, USA

ESTHER DEER (c1891-1992). Mohawk dancer, singer, and activist. Esther Louise Georgette Deer, also known as Princess White Deer. Photographed with Presidential Secretary Marvin H

Kingdom of Spain emblem
Illustration of a emblem Kingdom of Spain

Solomon in his Glory, circa 1738 (etching)
XJF867846 Solomon in his Glory, circa 1738 (etching) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: BM 18680612.3596); English, out of copyright

Emperor Francis I (1708-65) Holy Roman Emperor, wearing the official robes of the Order of St
XAM75355 Emperor Francis I (1708-65) Holy Roman Emperor, wearing the official robes of the Order of St. Stephan by Austrian School, (18th century); Pazmaneum, Graz, Austria; Austrian, out of copyright

Emperor Franz II of Austria (1768-1835)
XAM72433 Emperor Franz II of Austria (1768-1835) by Kupelwieser, Leopold (1796-1862); Schloss Franzensburg, Laxenburg, Austria; German, out of copyright

Emperor Matthias of Austria in Bohemian Coronation Robes, c. 1613
XAM66726 Emperor Matthias of Austria in Bohemian Coronation Robes, c.1613 by Aachen, Johann or Hans von (1552-1616) (studio of); Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria; German, out of copyright

Emperor Francis II of Austria (1768-1835) 1832
XAM66586 Emperor Francis II of Austria (1768-1835) 1832 by Amerling, Friedrich von (1803-87); 263x180 cm; Weltliche und Geistliche Schatzkammer, Vienna

Emperor Charles VI (1685-1740), c. 1730, (oil on canvas)
XAM66580 Emperor Charles VI (1685-1740), c.1730, (oil on canvas) by Auerbach, Johann-Gottfried (1697-1753); Weltliche und Geistliche Schatzkammer, Vienna

Portrait of King Alfonso XIII (1886-1941) wearing the uniform of the Hussars, 1907
XJL62094 Portrait of King Alfonso XIII (1886-1941) wearing the uniform of the Hussars, 1907 (oil on canvas) by Sorolla y Bastida, Joaquin (1863-1923); 208x108.5 cm; Private Collection; Spanish

Catherine the Great, 1763 (oil on canvas)
BAL489759 Catherine the Great, 1763 (oil on canvas) by Rokotov, Fedor Stepanovich (c.1735-1808); Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow, Russia; (add.info.: Catherine II)

Portrait of Prince Platon Zubov, 1793 (oil on canvas)
BAL3026583 Prince Platon Zubov, 1793 (oil on canvas) by Lampi, Johann Baptist Edler von (1751-1830); Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Portrait of Count Grigory Grigoryevich Orlov, c. 1770 (enamel on copper)
BAL486574 Portrait of Count Grigory Grigoryevich Orlov, c.1770 (enamel on copper) by Chernyi, Andrei Ivanovich (fl.1750-80); 7.2x5.3 cm; State Hermitage Museum, St

Portrait of Stanislaw II August Poniatowski (oil on canvas)
BAL486568 Portrait of Stanislaw II August Poniatowski (oil on canvas) by Lampi, Johann Baptist Edler von (1751-1830); State Hermitage Museum, St

Portrait of Johanna-Elizabeth, Electress of Anhalt-Zerbst, c. 1746 (oil on canvas)
BAL486567 Portrait of Johanna-Elizabeth, Electress of Anhalt-Zerbst, c.1746 (oil on canvas) by Pesne, Antoine (1683-1747); State Hermitage Museum, St

The champion of the tournament, Vita Imperatoris Maximiliani, from Military
KW478232 The champion of the tournament, Vita Imperatoris Maximiliani, from Military and Religious Life in the Middle Ages by Paul Lacroix, published London c.1880 (litho) by French School

Portrait of Catherine II, 1782 (oil on canvas)
BAL443716 Portrait of Catherine II, 1782 (oil on canvas) by Brompton, Richard (c.1734-83); 83x69 cm; State Hermitage Museum, St

King Philip III of France, c. 1880 (litho)
KW441330 King Philip III of France, c.1880 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Reproduced in Military and Religious Life in the Middle Ages by Paul Lacroix)

Richard III, 1890 (litho)
KW428143 Richard III, 1890 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Richard III by William Shakespeare (c.1564-1616); From The Illustrated Library Shakespeare

Portrait of Queen Elizabeth I (engraving)
XJF377234 Portrait of Queen Elizabeth I (engraving) by Rogers, William (c.1545-1610); Private Collection; (add.info.: Elizabeth I (1533-1603)

Design for the obverse of Queen Elizabeth Is Great Seal of Ireland, c. 1584 (pen
XJF377233 Design for the obverse of Queen Elizabeth Is Great Seal of Ireland, c.1584 (pen, ink & graphite on vellum) by Hilliard

Sir Edward Coke (engraving)
XJF377154 Sir Edward Coke (engraving) by Loggan, David (1633/35-92) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Edward Coke (1552-1634), justice to the Kings Bench; ); English, out of copyright

Sir Edward Coke (1552-1634) (engraving)
XJF377157 Sir Edward Coke (1552-1634) (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: justice to the Kings Bench; ); Ken Welsh; English, out of copyright

Willem Van Heythuyzen, c. 1625 (oil on canvas)
BAL3708 Willem Van Heythuyzen, c.1625 (oil on canvas) by Hals, Frans (1582/3-1666); 204.5x134 cm; Alte Pinakothek, Munich

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Regalia, the epitome of grandeur and majesty, holds a significant place in the history of monarchies. From Elizabeth II, the esteemed Queen of the United Kingdom and Commonwealth, to the iconic royal crowns and sceptre, regalia symbolizes power and tradition. One cannot discuss regalia without mentioning Masonic Regalia. These ornate garments are worn by members of Freemasonry during their rituals and ceremonies, embodying secrecy and mystique. The Crowns of Britain stand as timeless symbols of monarchy's splendor. Each crown tells a unique story - from the Crown of Scotland with its rich Scottish heritage to King George VI's Coronation Robes designed by Albert Collings, showcasing exquisite craftsmanship fit for royalty. The Coronation of King George V and Queen Mary was an extraordinary event that showcased Britain's opulence. The Coronation Regalia played a central role in this grand ceremony held at Westminster Abbey where notables assembled in awe-inspiring anticipation. These regal artifacts are more than just decorative pieces; they represent both power and faith. They serve as Symbols of Power and Glory while also reflecting Christian beliefs deeply ingrained within British culture. Amongst these treasures lies one that stands above all - The Imperial State Crown. This magnificent piece is adorned with precious gemstones such as diamonds, sapphires, rubies, emeralds – truly befitting its name. Worn during important state occasions like the State Opening of Parliament or coronations, it exudes unparalleled elegance. As we delve into history through regalia's lens, we witness how these objects have become intertwined with narratives spanning centuries. They remind us not only of past glories but also inspire reverence for traditions that continue to shape our present-day society.