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King Charles III will wear George VI's crimson Robe of State to Westminster Abbey, then switch to a sleeveless white Colobium Sindonis and a Coronation Stole for the investiture..
As King Charles III prepares to ascend to the throne on May 6, 2023, details of the regal garments he will wear have been revealed..
King Charles will wear the Supertunica, a shimmering gold-sleeved coat worn by previous monarchs, and the Imperial Mantle, a floor-length cloak inspired by ancient coronation ensembles, which weights about 3-4 kgs..
The King will arrive at Westminster Abbey in George VI's crimson red Robe of State, remove it for his anointing, and then put on a sleeveless white garment called the Colobium Sindonis for the investiture..
Caroline de Guitaut, deputy surveyor of the King's Works of Art at the Royal Collection Trust, said that the robes are not only significant for their historic value but also for their sacred use during the coronation ceremony..
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