Elizabeth I of England coronation chain of office

This is my replica of the Elizabeth I of England coronation chain of office It is based on the portrait "Elizabeth I of England in her coronation robe; a miniature of circa 1600, after a lost original" Dated 15 January 1559 in Westminster Abbey, London, England.

The portrait depicts Queen Elizabeth I of England in her coronation robes, patterned with Tudor roses and trimmed with ermine. She wears her hair loose, as traditional for the coronation of a queen, perhaps also as a symbol of virginity. The painting, by an unknown artist, dates to the first decade of the seventeenth century (NPG gives c.1600) and is based on a lost original also by an unknown artist.

The coronation of Elizabeth I as Queen of England and Ireland took place at Westminster Abbey, London, on 15 January 1559. Elizabeth I had ascended the throne at the age of 25 upon the death of her half-sister, Mary I.

I have made this replica with antique gold tone filigree findings, multi layered and encasing hidden faux glass pearl beads. The circle connectors have carnelian gemstone cabochons measuring 20 mm. The filigrees are adorned with faceted black acrylic chequerboard squares. From the carnelian connectors hang faux glass pearl drops with antique gold detail and the centre has a black diamond shaped agate stone.

The chain of office has an extension chain to the back for adjustment, suitable to wear as a heavy necklace across the shoulders of your gown. It will come wrapped in rose tissue paper and an organza gift bag.