It may have come to your attention that Queen Elizabeth II, the world’s second longest serving monarch (Louis XIV who acceded to the throne aged four and a bit ruled for over seventy-two years) died last week. Sixty-nine years ago she was crowned Queen in Westminster Abbey, over a year after her accession. In common with every coronation since Edward I in 1272, that ceremony took place on a floor made by Roman craftsmen.
These floors are my absolute favorite, San Benedetto in Piscina in particular! Great article, thank you! Didn’t even notice when I was in Westminster Abbey a few years back but I will next time!
Great link with current events. Will look out for the pavement at the coronation.
As usual fascinating, you write the most interesting articles always so enjoyable. Many thanks, Liz.
These floors are my absolute favorite, San Benedetto in Piscina in particular! Great article, thank you! Didn’t even notice when I was in Westminster Abbey a few years back but I will next time!