Last year, the sad news of Queen Elizabeth II’s death shook the nation, and to mark the momentous date, Royal memorabilia was created world-wide. Sales soared and collectors and non-collectors alike were keen to get their hands on a commemorative piece, whether it was a coin from Royal Mint or a decorative mug from the likes of Emma Bridgewater. Find Queen Elizabeth II memorabilia in our carefully selected list.
But as King Charles III’s Coronation, a more celebratory occasion, is set to take place on 6th May 2023 at Westminster Abbey, wonderful memorabilia is being commissioned and created to celebrate the event. With coins, stamps and accessories already available, albeit all rather exclusive and limited, now is the time to start thinking about the commemoratives you want to buy, and more importantly, which items are likely to become the most collectable antiques of the future.
We’ve carefully selected our favourite, and (most importantly) the best quality, Coronation memorabilia to buy and collect now.
The best King Charles III coronation memorabilia
The 2023 United Kingdom Brilliant Uncirculated Commemorative Coin Set
- Buy now from Royal Mint (£50)
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One of the first annual sets from Royal Mint to feature King Charles III’s portrait, this uncirculated commemorative coin set includes five coins dated 2023. As they are Brilliant Uncirculated standard, they are a higher standard than normal coins, and could be one of the more collectable souvenirs in years to come.
King Charles III Coronation Mug
- Buy now from Victoria Eggs (£21.50)
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For something you can use everyday, this beautifully-detailed mug is a wonderful choice of Coronation memorabilia. The green design has been taken from a hand-drawn creation by designer Victoria Eggs, featuring gorgeous green flowers and foliage surrounding the scripture of King Charles III and his Coronation date.
2023 King Charles III’s Coronation boxed hanging decoration
- Buy now from Historic Royal Palaces (£50)
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Why not invest in a Coronation decoration that can be displayed in your home, or even on your Christmas tree each year? This offering from Historic Royal Palaces has been hand enamelled and decorated in Britain from 22 carat gold-plated English Pewter. This wonderful souvenir is an exclusive, so once they’re gone, they’re gone!
King Charles III Coronation Tea Towel
- Buy now from Victoria Eggs (£12.50)
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It wouldn’t be Royal memorabilia without a symbolic tea towel! Another pick from Victorias Eggs, the design looks just as beautiful here as it does on the mug!
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‘King Charles III’ Commemorative Decoupage Plate
- Buy now from Pentreath and Hall (£65)
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This fabulous decoupage plate by Bridie Hall is a vibrant choice. Handmade in London from glass and paper and backed with a lacquered map of the capital in the 18th-century, these plates are limited edition, with only 200 available.
The King Charles III Accession Commemorative Cover
- Buy now from The Westminster Collection (£24.99)
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Royalists and stamp collectors alike will been keen to get their hands on this one, and as only 4,995 are available, they are sure to be sought after by collectors. The Accession Commemorative Covers have been officially postmarked by Royal Mail and feature the date of King Charles III’s proclamation. They also feature a 24 carat gold-plated commemorative that reads ‘Long Live the King’ around his image.
King Charles III Coronation Commemorative Brooch
- Buy now from Empire Poppy Store (£9.99)
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There’s no accessory as classic as a brooch, so why not commemorate King Charles’ accession with a Coronation themed pin? Featuring a royal-style Sceptre wrapped in a sash of red, white and blue, the King’s name and the year of his Coronation, it’s the perfect piece to wear when celebrating the momentous occasion.
King Charles III Coronation Canvas Bag
- Buy now from Victoria Eggs (£22)
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A tote bag is the perfect choice of Coronation memorabilia, especially when it’s as pretty as this one!
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The King Charles III Accession 1/5oz Gold Commemorative
- Buy now from The Westminster Collection (£695)
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Another Coronation coin souvenir, but these ones have been made from 1/5 oz of 22 carat gold with a design by well-know royal artist Quentin Peacock and come with a certificate of authenticity. They are already in demand, and with only 200 authorised for release, you’ll need to be quick to claim one for yourself!
The King Charles III Accession Silver Britannia Cover
- Buy now from The Westminster Collection (£125)
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A similar souvenir as the gold coin previously mentioned, the Silver Britannia cover, of which only 1,995 have been postmarked by Royal Mail, features a 1st class stamp and a silver Britannia coin.
The 2023 United Kingdom Proof Commemorative Coin Set
- Buy now from Royal Mint (£104.50)
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Another commemorative coin set from Royal Mint, except this one includes 5 carefully-selected coins, each one finished to Proof standard, as well as an exclusive Proof Medal which is only available in The 2023 United Kingdom Proof Commemorative Coin Set.
King Charles III Coronation Apron
- Buy now from Victoria Eggs (£22)
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To complete Victoria Eggs’ Coronation collection, an apron with the signature green design has been released, so you can cook up a feast in Royal style!
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The 2023 United Kingdom Gold Proof Commemorative Coin Set
- Buy now from Royal Mint (£7,845)
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Presented in a rather smart wooden case, this Gold Proof Commemorative Coin Set features five coins struck in 22 carat gold with Martin Jenning’s coinage portrait of the King included on the reverse. Only 150 of these have been made, making it the most exclusive of our list!
P&H ‘God Save the King’ Tea Towel
- Buy now from Pentreath Hall (£12.50)
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This bold yellow tea towel is a fun way to commemorate the Coronation, a classic piece of memorabilia offered by Pentreath Hall. Buy on its own or as part of a set with a matching tea towel for Camilla, Queen Consort.