Antique King Edward VII Coronation Plate – Unity is Strength, 1902

A rare antique commemorative plate made to celebrate the coronation of King Edward VII and Queen Alexandrain 1902. The coronation was held at Westminster Abbey, London, on 9 August 1902, after being postponed from June due to the King’s sudden illness and surgery.

This plate is a fine example of early 20th-century royal memorabilia, featuring the inscription “Unity is Strength”, and is slightly different in design from many of the more common coronation plates produced at the time — making it a wonderful collector’s piece.

   •   Date: 1902 (Edwardian Era)

   •   Design: Commemorative motif with motto Unity is Strength

   •   Measurements: 22 cm diameter

   •   Condition: Good antique condition. No chips or cracks. Light age-related wear consistent with over 120 years of history.

Styling & Collecting Notes

Perfect for collectors of royal memorabilia, Edwardian antiques, or British history, this plate also makes a striking display piece in a cabinet, on a wall, or as part of a broader coronation collection.

Historical Note

Edward VII, eldest son of Queen Victoria, reigned from 1901 until his death in 1910. His coronation marked the beginning of the Edwardian Era, a period of elegance and transition before the First World War.