The Edward VII Silver Coronets and Coronation Robes of Lord and Lady Westbury The Coronets by Wright and Davies, London, 1901, Probably All Supplied by Ede and Ravenscroft, Chancery Lane, London

the parcel-gilt silver coronets each of typical form, with textured gilt frames and silver 'pearls', with crimson velvet cap, capped with a gilt wire tassel and with ermine trim, the robes comprising a baron's crimson velvet robe with ermine trim; a baroness' crimson velvet bodice; crimson gown with ermine trim and needlework flowers and foliage and a lady's crimson velvet robe with ermine trim (qty) Provenance: Worn by Richard Bethell, 3rd Baron Westbury (1852-1930) and his wife Lady Agatha Manner Tollemache, daughter of William, Lord Huntingtower, at the coronation of Edward VII on 9 August 1902.

The coronets are each fully marked on the rim. The marks are generally clear. They have not been cleaned and so are heavily tarnished. Some of the 'pearls' on the baron's coronet are somewhat loose and with some bruising. There is some some and tearing to the red velvet on the baron's coronet. The fur overall is somewhat faded and with some staining. There is some overall wear to the velvet on the gowns. The silk is torn and very worn in places. We are happy to provide Condition Reports to prospective buyers, but would welcome your request as soon as possible, preferably at least 48 hours before the Day of Sale. We cannot guarantee a reply to any requests made within 48 hours of the start of the auction. The absence of a Condition Report from a lot does not mean that the lot is in perfect condition. A Condition Report is an honest expression of our opinion, not a statement of fact and is provided as a service to the seller. All lots are available on public view ahead of an auction and we encourage prospective buyers to inspect an item in person where possible. Our Condition Reports are not prepared by professional conservators, restorers, or engineers, and are prepared with the naked eye unless otherwise stated. Regarding Pictures, Prints and Works on Paper, works are not examined out of the frame, unless specifically stated. Tennants Auctioneers do not cover damage to gilded wood or plaster picture frames, or to picture frame glass whilst the item is in our possession. We accept no liability for the opinions expressed in any Condition Report.