George IV

HISTORIC CORONATIONS


Known for his extravagant tastes, George IV’s coronation on 19 July 1821 was no modest affair. He had a new crown containing over 12,000 diamonds specially made. He sweltered in thick velvet coronation robes, a long curly wig and plumed hat, and he...

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