Coronation Day
Coronation Chair
Coronation Chair
Located in Westminster Abbey, this chair is where the king/queen of the UK is ''enthroned'' during coronation procession. It was made at the request of Edward I of England (reigned 1272-1307) in 1296. The high-backed chair is made of oak and stands 2.05 meters tall. It is decorated with gold-gilt animals and foliage and the back features an image of Edward the Confessor.
Coronation Chair at Westminster Abbey
King Charles 3rd wearing St Edward's Crown while sitting on the Coronation Chair during his coronation
Even though it has a big importance, the Coronation Chair was not well secured in the 18h and 19th century. As a result, the chair was defaced with graffiti many times. One notable example is ''P. Abbott slept in this chair 5-6 July 1800'', which was carved into the chair's seat.
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