👑 St Edward’s Crown is arguably the most important piece in the Crown Jewels, as it is the crown used at the moment of #Coronation. It was made for the coronation of Charles II in 1661. Read more about the Crown here: www.thecrownchronicles.co.uk/jewels-and-jewellery/crown-jewels/tell-me-about-st-edwards-crown/ | The Crown Chronicles

St Edward’s Crown 👑 Made for Charles II’s coronation in 1661 to replace the medieval crown melted down in 1649 during the English Civil War, this magnificent crown is used only at the moment of crowning and weights a remarkable 2.23kg! See the Crown Jewels at the Tower of London. A new exhibition in the Jewel House will open 26 May. 👑 https://fal.cn/3yskO 📷 Royal Collection Trust | Tower of London

👑 St Edward's Crown is used at the moment of #Coronation. As it is placed on the Sovereign’s head, the congregation in the Abbey shout the words ‘God Save The King’. 🎥 Find out more about the history of the Crown in our film. | The Royal Family