Name/Title
commemorative plateEntry/Object ID
2023.000.016Description
China glaze scalloped edged embossed plate with gold trim commemorating the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II in 1953. There is a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II in a gold oval frame in the centre of the plate. There is an imperial crown at the top with branches and leave on either side. There are two flags to the left and right of the portrait. Underneath the portrait there is a ribbon that reads "LONG MAY SHE REIGN OVER US." Underneath that banner is a red flower in the centre with more branches and leave to the left and right of it followed by gold decoration and then an inscription that reads "CORONATION OF HM QUEEN ELIZABETH II." On the top, bottom, left, and right of the plate are smaller designs of two flags, the Red Ensign on the left and the Union Jack on the right with a circular green leafed branch around the flag poles with the inscription "CROWNED JUNE 2ND 1953." Stamped "Alfred Meakin, England" on the backside.Acquisition
Source (if not Accessioned)
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Legacy Lexicon
Object Name
cup; saucer, commemerative cup; saucerClass
Materials, Tools & Equipment for - Food Service T&E - Drinking VesselsCreated By
Michael GoodchildCreate Date
June 2, 2023Update Date
June 17, 2023