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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Laura Elston

Crowned King switches into purple tunic and robes for Abbey finale

PA Wire

The newly-crowned King, wearing his Imperial State Crown for the first time, switched into an outfit of regal purple splendour for his departure from his coronation ceremony.

Charles moved to St Edward’s Chapel behind the High Altar to change into a newly-made purple satin Coronation Tunic, trimmed with gold artillery lace, and George VI’s grand purple silk velvet Robe of Estate.

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