The 6th May is approaching, and the bunting is up! The Coronation of King Charles III will be another unique moment in our history, and however you are celebrating with friends or family, it will be watched on TV by millions across the world. Past Coronations The last Coronation was of our late Queen Elizabeth… Continue reading
Category: Royal History
International Heraldry Day
Today, 10th June, is International Heraldry Day. A perfect opportunity to practice the art of blazoning – the description of the coat of arms. This coat of arms is for the Prince Edward Islands. Arms: Argent on an island Vert, to the sinister an oak tree fructed, to the deter thereof three oak saplings sprouting… Continue reading
HRH The Duke of Edinburgh 1921-2021
As we hear about the very sad news of the death of the Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Philip. He was the husband and consort to The Queen. He was born in Corfu, Greece and his Royal Crest depicts this in the upper left quadrant on the shield. The black and white stripes represent the house… Continue reading