![]() The Imperial State Crown arrives at the State Opening of Parliament in the House of Lords, at the Palace of Westminster on in London, England. ![]() The second crown that will feature in the coronation is considered a "working crown." The Imperial State Crown is typically worn on formal state occasions, including the annual State Opening of Parliament. ![]() The current version, which is not an exact replica, dates back to 1661, when it was created for the coronation of Charles II. The original, believed to have been made in the 11th century for King Edward the Confessor, was melted down almost 400 years ago. Edward's Crown is pictured during a service to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II at Westminster Abbey, June 4, 2013, in London, England. The late Queen Elizabeth II once said in an interview that the weight of the crown would break your neck if you bent down while wearing it. ![]() Made from solid gold and adorned with 444 semi-precious stones, the crown weighs almost five pounds. ![]()
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