They were chosen personally by King Charles
was one of tradition and military precision, but there were a number of touching and personal details in honour of Her late Majesty, too.
Atop her coffin, as well as the glittering crown jewels, was a beautiful floral arrangement which had been chosen carefully by the new King Charles.Poignantly, the wreath features blooms taken from the gardens of Buckingham Palace, Clarence House and Highgrove House – each with symbolic meanings.
Amongst the foliage was a handwritten note on King Charles' personal stationary, which read: "In loving and devoted memory, Charles R."
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