The Coronation of King George VI on the 12 May 1937 at Westminster Abbey ended an unsettled couple of years for the British monarchy. For this important event various official souvenirs were produced. This is one such item, a lightweight white metal commemorative spoon, made by the well renowned jewllery company Mappin and Webb. Given out with the best wishes of the West Riding County Council (in exisitance from 1889 to 1974) it was probably handed out to school children. The box remains strong but one small end of the lid has become detatched (is included in the box). The lid is blue in colour with portraits of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth. Gold colouring has been used to as a border and for the main text describing the event, with the passing of time the gold has become faded at as a result difficult to read. Housed in box, the spoon is in very good condition although tarnished. The front shows the royal couple in profile, with the King's syphore and date. On the reverse reads "Souvenir from WRCC" and the makers stamp. A wonderful item for any collector of royal memorabilia, as part of a themed period display or for someone with a connection to West Riding County Council area.

Date: 1937

Maker: Mappin and Webb

Made in England

Dimensions (Box): 13cm x 3.5cm x 1.5cm