King Charles is crowned at the first coronation in history to take place in 70 years as he formally assumes the title of His Majesty

 

Today's historic first Coronation in 70 years saw the official coronation of King Charles III.

The Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, gave him his coronation in London's Westminster Abbey.

While seated in the Coronation Chair and holding the Sceptre with Cross in his gloved right hand and the Sceptre with Dove in his gloved left hand, the monarch was crowned. St. Edward's Crown, which was made in 1661 and will only be worn during the ceremony, was used to crown him.

The Westminster Abbey bells rung for two minutes after the crown was put on his head. King Charles was then led to the throne from the Coronation Chair.