Designed as a special memento of Queen Elizabeth's coronation in 1953, this sweet and lovely Vintage Queen Elizabeth II 1953 Trinket Box was recently found at market in England. Produced in a creamy glazed ceramic, the lid is colorfully decorated with majestic heraldry surrounding a portrait of the young queen.

Its sleek mid-century silhouette is accentuated by a graceful scalloped perimeter on the lower box, while shimmering bands of applied gilt frame the corners and edges of the darling lid. Produced in Bournemouth, England by Hanley Pottery Co., the box commemorates 'Coronation' 'Elizabeth II', along with the date of celebration - June 2, 1953. With its rich colors and charming presence, this delightful covered box is sure to become a cherished repository for your own special mementos, jewelry, and trinkets.

Strictly one-of-a-kind and subject to prior sale. In original vintage condition with signs of crazing within the ceramic glaze. Measures 6"W x 3.25"D x 2.25"H.

Learn More About the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth

With bittersweet poignancy, 2024 marks the second anniversary of The Queen's passing. Through an unprecedented 70 years of service to her people, Queen Elizabeth II promises to remain distinguished for some time as the longest reigning monarch in British history. A Queen for the ages, as well as a cultural icon, her spirit and legacy continue to inspire. 

Born the first child of Queen Elizabeth and Prince Albert, or as the world came to know him, King George VI, Princess Elizabeth became an unlikely heir apparent upon the ascension to the throne of her father in 1937, the second son of King George V and Queen Mary. 

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 regnal 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.