1937 King George VI Coronation Magazine Pages Buckingham Palace Royalty Ephemera For Sale
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1937 King George VI Coronation Magazine Pages Buckingham Palace Royalty Ephemera: $18.05
This remarkable piece of historical ephemera features two consecutive pages, 71 and 72, from an American magazine, capturing the grandeur of the 1937 British Coronation. The pages are titled "THE CAMERA OVERSEAS," highlighting how these exclusive coronation pictures were swiftly flown across the Atlantic to the USA. Key images include King George VI and Queen Elizabeth in their coronation regalia, the Royal Coach departing Buckingham Palace, and scenes from Westminster Abbey following the ceremony. A notable photograph depicts the newly crowned King George VI and Queen Elizabeth, accompanied by young Princess Elizabeth (the future Queen Elizabeth II) and Princess Margaret Rose, waving to their subjects from the iconic balcony of Buckingham Palace. The accompanying text provides fascinating details, such as the Queen's platinum crown and the Koh-i-noor diamond, along with the swift transatlantic transport of these historic images by May 14, 1937.This vintage publication offers a unique glimpse into a pivotal moment in British history, showcasing the pomp and circumstance of a royal coronation. It serves as a tangible link to the reign of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth, and the early public appearances of the princesses who would shape the monarchy for decades to come. Ideal for collectors of royal memorabilia, British history, and vintage ephemera, these pages are a testament to a bygone era, preserving the visual narrative of a significant royal event for future generations. The detailed imagery and descriptive captions make this a compelling historical document.
