How much is the Coronation crown worth?
Like many of his predecessors, King Charles will be anointed with the St Edward鈥檚 Crown 鈥� but what鈥檚 its true value?
Consisting of 2 kilograms of gold and 444 gemstones, the iconic St Edward鈥檚 Crown will play a central role in the coronation of King Charles III, as it has for many of his predecessors. There has been much speculation as to what the value of the centrepiece of the Crown Jewels really is.
Charlotte McDonald talks to Dr Anna Keay, historian and author of The Crown Jewels - the Official History, and Alan Hart, CEO of the Gemmological Association of Great Britain. Together they break down what we know about the crown鈥檚 cost to make in the 17th century and what it might be worth today.
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