Tuesday 1 February 2011

Coronation and Jubilee

I'm not sure what it is about coronation and jubilee memorabilia that I like so much, but the moment I saw this tin commemorating the Queen's coronation on eBay I knew I had to have it!  





It currently houses some of my button collection!



I then came across a mug celebrating the Queen's Silver Jubilee - 25 years on the throne - in the local British Heart Foundation charity shop and at £1.50 I had to have that too!  Perhaps it is the sense of heritage about these pieces which draws me in; like many British people I have an affection for the Queen and now that she is within striking distance of Queen Victoria's record as longest reigning monarch at 63 years I hope she surpasses it.

Take care,

Jem xXx 






11 comments :

  1. Hi Jem, Just stumbled across your blog and wanted to say hello since you live so close to me (I'm from Derby) and because I like your blog too.

    Love the ebay/charity shop finds, although I can't say I'm a huge fan of the Queen, well I guess I like her a normal amount, anyway enough rambling...I've joined your followers xxx

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  2. Vintage Appreciator - Thank you! :-)

    Victoria - eBay/charity shops are just havens of fantastic stuff aren't they!? Your blog is right up my street - really like your latest post :-) I'm new to Derbyshire but finding it a lovely county so far!

    Jem xXx

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  3. How apt! I (finally) went to see The King's Speech last night. I love your finds!

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  4. Jem,
    I wanted to thank you for your kind comment over at iStudio! I came by to check out your blog - it's great. I love old things, history, and England. My sister and I traveled to England in 1995. It was a fantastic trip. I found the architecture and museums amazing! I've been dreaming of a trip back ever since. For now, I'll visit your site for a touch of England:)

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  5. Great finds! That tin will come in handy.

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  6. Design Elements: Thank you :-) I just took a look at your blog and it is full of inspiration!

    Monkey - The King's Speech was so far beyond my expectations and the best film I have seen in a very long time - fab performances.

    Anna - You're welcome - I loved your post on iStudio, so beautiful! Your website also took my breath away!

    Christine - Thank you, I'm a huge lover of tins and think a person can never have to many! :-)

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  7. I have a few of these Royal collectibles too!
    I will have to get them out and take pics to share soon! Love the tin especially!
    Have a great evening!
    Laura :)

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  8. Laura,
    Will look forward to your post! There is something special about Royal collectibles :-)
    Jem

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  9. Hey Jem! In response to your comment on my blog the chairity shops I went to were in Long Eaton, which is kinda on the way to Nottingham so it's probably not that close to you... :( xxx

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