Queen Elizabeth II 1953 Coronation Book & British Coronation Crown Brooch

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Canal Wnchstr, Ohio, US

Maker: Unknown / Unmarked book publisher; Unknown Brooch Maker Quantity: 1 hardcover book and 1 vintage commemorative brooch pin/pendant Book: The Queen Elizabeth Coronation Souvenir MCMLIII (1953) featuring a blue cloth hardcover, gold foil-stamped crown emblem, "Elizabeth R 1953" typography, and high-quality full-color photographic prints documenting the Westminster Abbey ceremony, royal regalia, and formal portraits…

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Canal Wnchstr, Ohio, United States (US)

Item description:

Maker: Unknown / Unmarked book publisher; Unknown Brooch Maker
Quantity: 1 hardcover book and 1 vintage commemorative brooch pin/pendant
Book: The Queen Elizabeth Coronation Souvenir MCMLIII (1953) featuring a blue cloth hardcover, gold foil-stamped crown emblem, "Elizabeth R 1953" typography, and high-quality full-color photographic prints documenting the Westminster Abbey ceremony, royal regalia, and formal portraits
Brooch/Pendant: The owner claims father purchased this in the streets of England during the Coronation.  
The Imperial Style: The design replicates the profile of St. Edward's Crown, highlighted by a red velvet-texture enamel cap (the inner fabric cushion) split into two distinct arches. 
The Jewels: It features traditional royal colors, featuring a cross on top, a band of clear rhinestones along the lower rim, and accents of bright cobalt blue and ruby red rhinestones representing the historic crown gems.
Historical Context: Like the book you shared earlier, pieces like this were widely worn by citizens as celebratory costume jewelry during the historic 1953 festivities.
Book Dimensions: Approximately 11.5 inches (height) x 8.75 inches (width)
Brooch Dimensions: Approximately 1.75 inches x 1.75 inches
Condition:
Hardcover book binding remains tight and fully secure
Blue cloth cover shows localized fading, corner scuffing, edge wear, and rubbing from storage
Interior pages are clean and vibrant with minimal yellowing and no structural tears
Brooch/Pendant retains all original rhinestones, colored crystals, and its functional rear pin clasp
Red enamel surface exhibits moderate aging, texturing, and slight color variations from handling
Brooch backing shows typical surface patina, tarnish, and wear along the lower soldered rim