Produced in 1953 as a commemorative souvenir of Queen Elizabeth's coronation, this pair of elegant Vintage Coronation Brandy Balloons are exquisitely decorated with Elizabeth's Royal Cypher surmounted by the Saint Edward's Crown - the crown used during every coronation dating back to Charles II in 1661.

The delicate crystal balloon snifters sit on an elegantly thin stems and are purposefully designed to enhance the sensory experience associated with sipping brandy, from first waft to final, warm sip. The fine crystal is engraved with the Royal Cypher and Crown and then hand-enameled to add rich gold and crimson color.

With bittersweet poignancy, The Platinum Jubilee Year of Her Majesty The Queen also marked The Queen's passing. Through an unprecedented 70 years of service to her people, Queen Elizabeth II remains distinguished as the longest reigning monarch in British history. With her passing on September 8, 2022, the world mourned the loss of a monarch for the ages, as well as a cultural icon whose legacy continues to touch lives far beyond the United Kingdom.

An intoxicating addition to your coronation collection this historic pair of magnificent brandy balloons will be the crowning touch for your home bar. 

Strictly limited quantities (at listing a total of 3 sets of 2 glasses are available) and subject to prior sale. In very good vintage condition. Set of 2. Each glass measures 6"H from base to rim x 4"D. 

Learn More About Queen Elizabeth's Coronation

“Sirs, I here present unto you Queen Elizabeth, your undoubted Queen...”  

"God save Queen Elizabeth!"  

Queen Elizabeth II was born the first child of Queen Elizabeth and Prince Albert, or as the world came to know him, King George VI. Prince Albert, the Duke of York, was the second son of King George V and Queen Mary. When King George V passed in 1936, Prince Albert served and reigned as King George VI, King of the United Kingdom.

As his health declined in 1951, Elizabeth started to assume the presence of her father King George VI at various public events. In October of that year, Elizabeth toured Canada and the United States, carrying with her a draft accession declaration in the event of the King’s passing. In early 1952, Elizabeth and her husband Philip set out to tour Australia, New Zealand and Kenya. On February 6 1952, Elizabeth had returned to her Kenyan home when she had heard the news - King George VI had passed and she was in line to serve as Queen. Ruling under the regal name, Queen Elizabeth II, she and her husband, who had become the Duke of Edinburgh, reigned over all of the United Kingdom, taking residence in Buckingham Palace.

Although the newly ascended monarch was officially proclaimed Queen Elizabeth II, her coronation ceremony was held more than a year after her accession. True to tradition, celebrations such as a coronation were not considered appropriate during a time of mourning - both King George VI and her grandmother, Queen Mary, had passed within the months leading to her coronation. As stated in her will, Queen Mary was firm in her statement regarding the planning and coronation of Elizabeth II, stating her death should not interfere with the planning of the ceremony. It was on June 2, 1953 when Elizabeth received her coronation ceremony in the promise to uphold the laws of her nations and govern the Church of England.

Adorned with the Imperial State Crown and holding a scepter with the cross and orb, Elizabeth had officially become Queen of the United Kingdom. As she made her way out of the Great West Door of Westminster Abbey, the crowd proudly sang “God Save the Queen”.