W. Britain Models 54mm Metal 1937 Coronation Set Collection
The first version of Britains State Coach was released in the Historical Series in 1937 (No. 1470) and contained a single figure, representing Edward VIII inside the coach. This had to be replaced at very short notice following Edward's Abdication, the result of his decision to marry Wallis Simpson rather than take the throne. The single figure was hastily replaced by a double-figure, representing King George VI and Queen Elizabeth (later The Queen Mother).
This Special Coronation Set contains:
In Original Box (Set #1470)
- George VI issue, comprising: Gilt State Coach, King George VI & Queen Elizabeth seated
- 8 x Windsor Greys.
- 4 x Drivers with whips.
- Sentry Box (Set #329)
Loose Figures
- 13 x State Attendants/Footmen.
- 4 x Yeoman Warders.
- Coronation Throne (Set #1474)
- 18x Band of the Welsh Guard
Also included are several English and French publications covering the Coronation and also the death of various Kings:
- The Illustrated London News Silver Jubilee Number 11 May 1935
- Weekly Illustrated In Memoriam Number The Life and Reign of King George V Jan 1936
- The Tattler 19 May 1937, Coronation issue
- The Illustrated London News Coronation Record Number 1937
- Paris Match 16 Feb 1952 (The Death of George VI)
- The Illustrated London News 23 Feb 1952 (The Death of George VI)
- Paris Match 29 Feb 1952 (The Funeral of George VI)
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