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Engagement of Princess Elizabeth and Philip Mountbatten
Their official engagement photograph of Princess Elizabeth (later Queen Elizabeth II) (1926-2022) and Philip Mountbatten (later The Duke of Edinburgh) (1921-) on 9th July 1947, taken at Buckingham Palace. Date: 1947
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Media ID 18073039
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
1947 Buckingham Edinburgh Engaged Engagement Mountbatten Official Pair Philip Romance Royals Elizabeth
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Celebrate the timeless romance of the royal couple with our exquisite Engagement Greetings Cards from Media Storehouse. Featuring the iconic and beautifully preserved image of Princess Elizabeth and Philip Mountbatten, captured during their official engagement announcement on July 9, 1947, these cards are a must-have for royal enthusiasts and lovers of history. Each card comes with a heartfelt message, making it an ideal gift for anniversaries, engagements, or simply to express your warmest wishes. Bring a touch of elegance and nostalgia to your special moments with our Media Storehouse Engagement Cards, proudly showcasing the historic photograph from Mary Evans Prints Online.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 15.9cm x 12.5cm (6.3" x 4.9")
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This iconic photograph captures the moment of love and commitment between Princess Elizabeth (later Queen Elizabeth II) and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, during their official engagement announcement on July 9, 1947, at Buckingham Palace. The image shows the young couple standing together on the balcony of the palace, with the London skyline in the background. Princess Elizabeth, dressed in a simple yet elegant dress and a matching hat, gazes lovingly at her future husband, who wears the uniform of the Royal Navy. The couple's hands are intertwined, symbolizing their union and their commitment to each other. The engagement of Princess Elizabeth and Prince Philip marked a significant moment in British history, as it signaled the beginning of a new era for the monarchy. The couple's romance had blossomed during World War II, and their love story captured the hearts of the British people. Their marriage on November 20, 1947, was a grand affair, attended by thousands of well-wishers and broadcast on the radio to millions around the world. The photograph is a testament to the enduring power of love and the strength of the British monarchy. It is a reminder of a time when royal weddings were a source of national pride and joy, and when the lives of the royal family were closely followed by the public. The image has become an iconic symbol of the royal couple's love story and their long and storied marriage, which lasted for over seven decades until the Duke of Edinburgh's death in 2021.
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