Septre Collection

Miss UK 1964, Ann Sidney, Crowned Miss World 1964, during finale at The Lyceum Ballroom, London, Thursday 12th November 1964

Peterborough v Stockport County Division 3 Play-off final at Wembley Stadium, Sunday 24th May 1992. Ken Charlery of Peterborough with trophy. It was Peterboroughs first ever appearance at Wembley

Miss England Beauty Competition 1968, the Lyceum Ballroom, London, Friday 26th April 1968. Jennifer Lowe Summers is crowned Miss England 1968

Miss England Beauty Competition 1969, the Lyceum Ballroom, London, Friday 16th May 1969. Myra Van Heck is crowned Miss England 1969

Newly crowned Miss World 1964, Ann Sidney of the United Kingdom, wakes up in her Waldorf Hotel bedroom to face the cameras, London, 13th November 1964

King Lear and Cordelia, 1776 (etching and aquatint with India ink)
XYC290770 King Lear and Cordelia, 1776 (etching and aquatint with India ink) by Barry, James (1741-1806); 55.6x54.9 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection

VIII Siecle, Regne de Charlemagne, Septre, Epee, Main de Justice, de Charlemagne (engraving)
5220290 VIII Siecle, Regne de Charlemagne, Septre, Epee, Main de Justice, de Charlemagne (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: VIII Siecle)

Our Lady of Tung-Lu, 1924 (litho) (b / w photo)
CHT223749 Our Lady of Tung-Lu, 1924 (litho) (b/w photo) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Notre Dame de Tung Lu; apparition of Virgin Mary dressed in the robes of a)

Elizabeth Woodville (c. 1437-92) Queen Consort of King Edward IV of England (1442-83
XTD70062 Elizabeth Woodville (c.1437-92) Queen Consort of King Edward IV of England (1442-83) (vellum) (see 125101 for detail) by English School, (15th century); Private Collection; English

Elizabeth Woodville (c. 1437-92) Queen Consort of King Edward IV of England (1442-83
BAL125101 Elizabeth Woodville (c.1437-92) Queen Consort of King Edward IV of England (1442-83) (vellum) (detail of 70062) by English School, (15th century); Private Collection; English

Miss World Beauty Competition at the Royal Albert Hall, London, Friday 20th November 1970, Jennifer Hosten from Grenada is crowned Miss World 1970

Miss World Competition, Royal Albert Hall, London, 10th November 1971. New Miss World 1971, Lucia Petterle from Brazil

Dorethy Tutin actress March 1965 as Queen Victoria in Bristol Old Vic presentation of Portrait of a Queen

King Edward leaving Westminster Abbey
King Edward leaving the Coronation ceremony at Westminister Abbey, wearing the imperial crown and holding the septre and rod. Date: 9 August 1902

Emperor Charles VI (1685-1740), c. 1730, (oil on canvas)
XAM66580 Emperor Charles VI (1685-1740), c.1730, (oil on canvas) by Auerbach, Johann-Gottfried (1697-1753); Weltliche und Geistliche Schatzkammer, Vienna

The King, Councellor, Warrior, Mother and Child in the Tomb, illustration from The Grave
XYC290775 The King, Councellor, Warrior, Mother and Child in the Tomb, illustration from The Grave, A Poem by William Blake (1757-1827) engraved by Luigi Schiavonetti (1765-1810)

Caxton / King
THE KING

Russian Czar & Boyars
A Russian Czar on his throne with crown, sceptre & orb and two Boyars in brightly patterned ornate robes, boots & fur hats

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"Unveiling the Regal Symbol: The Septre's Timeless Legacy" In the grand Lyceum Ballroom, London, on Friday 26th April 1968, history was made as Miss UK 1964, Ann Sidney, was crowned Miss World 1964. Amidst a sea of elegance and beauty, her radiant smile shone brighter than ever as she held the septre in her hand. The septre - a symbol of power and authority - has long been associated with royalty and regality. From King Lear's tragic tale to Charlemagne's reign in the VIII century, this majestic scepter has transcended time and cultures. As we delve into its rich history, we discover that it holds more significance than meets the eye. In an enchanting etching from 1776 depicting King Lear and Cordelia embracing their bond amidst turmoil, the septre stands tall as a reminder of their noble lineage. Even Our Lady of Tung-Lu herself is adorned with this emblematic staff in a captivating litho from 1924. Its presence elevates her divine grace to new heights. Let us not forget Elizabeth Woodville, Queen Consort of King Edward IV during England's tumultuous years. As she bid farewell to her beloved husband at Westminster Abbey or graced royal events like the Miss World Beauty Competition at Royal Albert Hall in November 1970 – where another queen would be crowned –the septre remained an enduring symbol by her side. Fast forward to Wembley Stadium for Peterborough v Stockport County Division 3 Play-off final; though football may seem worlds away from royalty or beauty pageants, even here we find traces of majesty. The players' determination mirrored that which once gripped kings who wielded this very scepter. Through centuries past and present moments frozen in time alike, the septre continues its reign over our collective imagination—a timeless embodiment of power, grace, and the pursuit of excellence.