Betting odds for the coronation of King Charles and Queen Camilla

Bookmakers have opened betting on a variety of options for the Coronation of King Charles III taking place on Saturday.

The crowning ceremony of King Charles and Queen Camilla marks the beginning of a new era for British royalty. It reign of King Charles III represents a modernised and scaled down monarchy. The King has recognised today’s tough economic climate and as a start, the ceremony at Westminster Abbey will be much simpler than the last one in 1953 when his mother, the late Queen Elizabeth II,? ascended to the British throne.

The King has already started to implement his action plan to streamline the Royal Family and adapt it to modern times. During the last coronation, Westminster Abbey was crammed with just over 8000 guests. However the King’s efforts to be more economical and appear more sensitive to the citizens of the UK, many of whom are struggling to pay basic bills and battle with the cost of living – he has invited 2000 guests to a shorter and less expensive ceremony.

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?The coronation will reflect the monarch’s role today and look toward the future, while being rooted in long-standing traditions and pageantry.” Official statement from Buckingham Palace

It is interesting to note that many people did not own a tv in 1953, but there were 20 million viewers who watched the Coronation ceremony. 70 years later, it is estimated that up to 27 million viewers will watch the ceremony.

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A recent poll for BBC Panorama was carried out to give a picture of people’s opinion of the monarch. The conclusion was that? “58 percent of people asked said they wanted to keep the monarchy while 26 percent said they wanted an elected leader instead, and 16 percent said they did not really care.”

What will they be wearing?

The ceremony promises a colourful and vibrant spectacle.

The dress code is formal day wear.

The choice of clothes is a guarded secret, although the Palace offered a peek of the embroidery on Queen Camilla’s gown.

Literally, the day will be a big burden on the King’s shoulders.

King Charles will wear layers of glittering, golden robes, many of which were created for his royal ancestors.

Prince William will assist his father with the robes during the ceremony. When he is crowned, he will wear the Supertunica. It is made of gold and weighs around 2 kgs. The Imperial Mantle will be worn over the Supertunica. It weighs 4 kg. His crown weighs over 2 kilos.

The Sword of Offering will be clipped to his waist and symbolises wisdom to make decisions between good and evil.? He will hold a sceptre during the crowning. On leaving Westminster Abbey, the King will wear the purple ‘Robe of Estate‘.

Bookies are giving odds on what the main protagonists are likely to be wearing. Here is what is most likely:

King Charles – clothes likely to be tailored by Ede & Ravenscroft