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The Queen, Prince Philip, Prince Charles and Princess Anne on the balcony at Buckingham Palace after the Coronation 2 June 1953
Gelatin silver print | 15.2 x 20.3 cm (image) | RCIN 2814297
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Black and white informal photograph of the Royal Family standing on the balcony after the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II, also including Prince Charles, Princess Anne and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, with pages behind. The Queen wears the Imperial State Crown.
The coronation ceremony took place in Westminster Abbey and the service was attended by over 8,000 people. Afterwards, the Royal Family returned to Buckingham Palace where The Queen appeared on the balcony six times in front of huge crowds.Provenance
Acquired by HM Queen Elizabeth II
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Medium and techniques
Gelatin silver print
Measurements
15.2 x 20.3 cm (image)
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Queen Elizabeth II's Coronation Day, 1953
Place of Production
London [Greater London]
