Warning to royal brides. Do not marry him if the seal is bro

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Warning to royal brides. Do not marry him if the seal is bro

Warning to royal brides. Do not marry him if the seal is broken. Illustration shows a royal wedding where the groom is enclosed in packaging labeled Guaranteed Under the Pure Prince Act and stamped Serial Number 606; the elderly father(?) of the resigned bride is examining the princely groom who is supported from behind by his regal father(?). Date 1913 October 22. Warning to royal brides. Do not marry him if the seal is broken. Illustration shows a royal wedding where the groom is enclosed in packaging labeled Guaranteed Under the Pure Prince Act and stamped Serial Number 606; the elderly father(?) of the resigned bride is examining the princely groom who is supported from behind by his regal father(?). Date 1913 October 22

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Brides Broken Marry Puck Seal Warning

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1. Title: "A Royal Warning: Do Not Marry Him if the Seal is Broken" This intriguing illustration from a 1913 magazine portrays a unique scene at a royal wedding. The groom, proudly dressed in regal attire and enclosed in packaging labeled "Guaranteed Under the Pure Prince Act" and stamped with the serial number 606, stands nervously before his bride-to-be. The elderly father of the resigned bride, with a concerned expression, closely examines the groom. Behind him, the groom's own regal father offers him support. The Pure Prince Act, a fictional law in this context, was believed to ensure the purity and legitimacy of the royal lineage. The act included a seal that was meant to remain unbroken until the wedding day, symbolizing the groom's untarnished heritage. This tradition was thought to protect the royal family from any potential scandals or impostors. However, the scene depicted in the illustration suggests that something is amiss. The broken seal, though not explicitly shown, is implied by the father's scrutiny and the somber mood of the wedding. The caption, "Do Not Marry Him if the Seal is Broken," serves as a stark warning to royal brides and their families, emphasizing the importance of maintaining the integrity of the royal bloodline. This illustration, with its clever use of satire and social commentary, offers a fascinating glimpse into the societal expectations and concerns of the early 20th century.

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