![]() The enthronement and homage: The king rises from the Coronation Chair and takes his seat on the throne.The archbishop then presents the king with St. The investiture: The Royal Orb and the Sovereign's Sceptre are presented.The king's hands, chest and head are anointed by the Archbishop of Canterbury with holy oil, which is prepared according to a secret recipe but is known to contain ambergris, orange flowers, roses, jasmine and cinnamon. The king is hidden from view by a gold cloth held over the chair. The anointing: The monarch sits in the Coronation Chair after removing his ceremonial robe.The oath: The monarch, or king in Charles' case, takes an oath to support the rule of law and the Church of England.The congregation proclaims "God Save the King," and trumpets blow. The recognition: The Archbishop of Canterbury presents the monarch to those gathered in Westminster Abbey while standing next to the 700-year-old Coronation Chair. ![]() There are five steps in the coronation of the British monarch, which continues the following traditions: Charles will be crowned as the 40th reigning king. The ritual has been held in London's Westminster Abbey for the past 900 years.Ĭan’t see our graphics? Click to reload page. In 1066, William the Conqueror's coronation was the first documented at Westminster Abbey. In the U.S., ABC News and "Good Morning America" will air the ceremonies at 5 a.m. The event will be broadcast across the world. ![]()
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