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The monarch’s coronation is taking place at Westminster Abbey today

King Charles III’s coronation is a chance to unite people with the history and pageantry of the monarchy, but those traditions are also full of potential controversies as he tries to show that the monarchy still has a role to play in modern Britain

As a fashion statement or piece of art, crowns are distinguished by their beauty, containing rare jewels, precious metals and velvet in deep, rich colours. As a symbol, crowns are associated with majesty, authority and sovereignty. And as the coronation of King Charles III reminds us, the crown is also…

The monarch’s coronation will take place on Saturday 6 May

The monarch’s coronation will take place next spring

The monarch’s coronation will take place next spring

The duties include bearing the regalia in the procession through Westminster Abbey and presenting the items to the King and Queen Consort

From members of the Armed Forces, to faith leaders and Dukes and Earls from across the country, the list of people making the big day possible is fairly comprehensive

The duties include bearing the regalia in the procession through Westminster Abbey and presenting the items to the King and Queen Consort.