The crowning of a new monarch isn't something that happens in the UK very often. So, of course, retailers are going all out with their Coronation memorabilia to mark the big occasion.
Coronation memorabilia shortlist:
• Best Coronation Champagne flutes: Coronation Flute Champagne
• Best Coronation commemorative plate: 3 Cheers For King Charles III
• Best luxury Coronation mug: King Charles Coronation Mug
• Best Coronation keyring: King Charles III Coronation Keyring
• Best Coronation cushion: Cath Kidston King Charles III Coronation Commemorative Cushion
Perhaps you're looking for Coronation merchandise to help you throw your own Coronation party? Or maybe you're after a memento that you can treasure for years to come to remind you of the event? Whether you're wanting something you can use during the celebrations or a commemorative token, we've rounded up all the best Coronation memorabilia. They're perfect for keeping as a reminder of this moment in British history.
From mugs and glasses to cake stands and cushions, all of this Coronation merchandise has been designed with royal colours or symbols to serve as a reminder of this special time. Take a look at our favourite pieces below.
Best Coronation Champagne flutes
www.dartington.co.uk
Toast to King Charles and the Queen Consort Camilla with this beautiful set of 'his and hers' Champagne flutes. They feature the date of the Coronation and are engraved with the Royal Cyphers. They come as a pair so you and a loved one can enjoy a glass or two of bubbles over the course of the celebrations.
Best Coronation tea towel
www.ebay.co.uk
Even tea towels get a royal makeover for the Coronation. Made in the UK, this 100 per cent cotton tea towel is decorated with patriotic illustrations, including crowns and Orbs, Union Jack flags and King's Guards, along with Westminster Abbey and the horse-drawn Gold State Coach. Washing up has never felt so regal until now.
Best Coronation cake stand
www.marksandspencer.com
Just what you need for any afternoon teas you may be having over Coronation weekend. This Coronation Cake Stand from M&S features three tiers so you'll have plenty of room for all your favourite sweet treats, and even room for some savoury options if you'd prefer, too. We love the illustration of playful pups at a street party.
Speaking of afternoon tea, discover hampers you can have delivered to your door and all the best the capital has to offer over this Royal weekend in our roundup of Coronation afternoon teas.
Best Coronation commemorative plate
www.emmabridgewater.co.uk
Looking for a commemorative plate that you can proudly place on display? We love this one from Emma Bridgewater. This pretty piece of pottery is handcrafted and hand decorated at their factory in Stoke on Trent, and features bright red, purple and yellow colours along with illustrations of crowns, lions and Charles' initials.
Customer review: "I love this design - it is perfect in size, colour and it will look lovely as a presentation piece. I ordered this for my daughter as I know she will love it."
Best luxury Coronation mug
www.wedgwood.com
Made from fine bone china and featuring a 22-carat hand-applied gold lining, this mug by Wedgwood is really something special that you'll want to treasure as a reminder of the occasion. It features a modern take on the royal coat of arms of the United Kingdom, including a stylish crown flanked by a heraldic lion and unicorn, with the year and a grey and yellow 'CIIIR' monogram taking centre stage in the middle.
Best Coronation mug for modern style
www.argos.co.uk
Hold a little bit of history in your hands with this Argos Home King's Coronation Commemorative Mug. It's made from stoneware and decorated in the royal colours of gold and purple, with an illustration of a Crown on the front and the date on the back to give it an oh-so-regal feel.
If you can't get enough mugs, check our round-up of all the best Coronation mugs that make great keepsakes of this momentous occasion.
Best Coronation coaster
www.dunelm.com
Of course, if you've got a Coronation-themed mug for your hot drink of choice for the celebrations, you may as well have a themed coaster to rest it on, too. With illustrations of lions from the royal arms pictured with King Charles' name and the date, you can keep mugs from marking your tables and surfaces and avoid spillages and stains while still being patriotic.
Best Coronation keyring
www.etsy.com
You can take a little memento of the Coronation everywhere you go by attaching this souvenir keyring to your house or car keys. It's made from metal so you'll find that it's durable, and by ordering this handmade keyring from Etsy, you'll be supporting a small business in the UK.
Customer review: "Thank you. Nice item. Received quickly."
Best Coronation cushion
www.marksandspencer.com
Homes can also have the Coronation spirit scattered amongst them with this specially crafted commemorative cushion. It features opulent regal motifs elevated with precious jewels centred around a hand-painted portrait of His Majesty and the year of the Coronation. Made from cotton linen, it's oh-so-soft, too.
Best Coronation keepsake tin
www.emmabridgewater.co.uk
With royal colours of red and purple, '3 Cheers For The King' printed on the lid and those all important crown details, this tin makes for a bold and lovely keepsake. Use it for storing important documents you need to keep safe or pop it your favourite bakes and pass it around.
Customer review: "Pretty, memorable and useful."
Looking for more commemorative tins? We've rounded up the best Coronation biscuit tins that will give you something special to keep, as well as tasty treats.
Best Coronation handbag
www.radley.co.uk
To mark the Coronation, Radley has brought out a full collection of limited edition bags and jewellery. We love this blue Palace Large Ziptop Bag. It's crafted in leather and features a playful illustration of Radley's signature Scottie wearing a crown alongside Buckingham Palace and a Royal Guard. It comes with a dust bag to keep it protected when you're not wearing it.
Best Coronation tote bag
www.radley.co.uk
If your budget can't quite stretch to a Radley handbag, how about a Radley Medium Open Top Tote bag instead? You always need a tote bag for carrying your bits and bobs home from the shops, so not only will this one serve as a piece of Coronation memorabilia, but it will also be super practical, too.
Coronation memorabilia FAQs
When is the Coronation of King Charles?
Saturday 6 May 2023 is the date of King Charles' Coronation. However, Charles has officially been the King since his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, passed away in September last year.
You can expect to see many celebrations and services taking place over the Coronation weekend. This is why Monday 8 May 2023 is a Bank Holiday to give everyone a long weekend to join in.
There's the traditional ceremony on Saturday and a Coronation Concert broadcast live at Windsor Castle on Sunday. People are also encouraged to share Coronation food and drink with neighbours during The Coronation Big Lunch. Plus, take part in a spot of volunteering in their local area as part of The Big Help Out.
Where will the Coronation happen?
The Coronation of King Charles III is set to take place in London's Westminster Abbey. Just like the Monarchs before him in a royal tradition dating back over 900 years.
What does the Coronation involve?
King Charles' Coronation is set to be a similar, but simpler ceremony compared to his predecessors. As Buckingham Palace has said that "the Coronation will reflect the monarch’s role today and look towards the future, while being rooted in longstanding traditions and pageantry."
Conducted by the Archbishop of Canterbury, the ceremony will start with Charles reading the Coronation oath. This is to confirm his acceptance of becoming King.
The Archbishop will be asking His Majesty to govern the United Kingdom and other Commonwealth nations with law and justice while maintaining Christianity in the nation. King Charles will then hold the Sovereign's sceptre, rod and orb while sitting in the Coronation Chair. The King will then be anointed, blessed and consecrated by the Archbishop, placing the crown of St Edward on the King's head, too.
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