Pearly Collection

Pearly Kings & Queens
A procession of pearly Kings and Queens, Southwark, London

The Pearly King and Queen of Thornton Heath
Larry Barnes (1926-2011) - Pearly King of Thornton Heath and one of Variety Theatres last specialist acts. Pictured with his Pearly Queen Maggie (1932)

London Life: Costermonger Pearly Kings and Queens, Southwark Date: circa 1940

Pearly King & Queen 1920
A Pearl King and Queen with a seaside studio backdrop behind them

Pearly King / Collection
A pearly King collects money for charity from a group of women enjoying a picnic

Arthur Godfrey music hall coster act
Arthur Godfrey of the music hall coster double act Duncan and Godfrey with Minnie Duncan. Wearing coster costume of suit with long jacket and bell bottomed trousers trimmed with pearly buttons

Pearly King, Pearly Queen and daughter, North London
Pearly King, Pearly Queen and daughter, riding in a cart drawn by a mule, North London. Date: 1922

USA, Oregon. Close-up of chambered nautilus cut in half. Credit as: Jean Carter / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

Costers Thanksgiving Service, London, 3rd October 1954

Wartime Pepsodent Advertisement
A wartime advertisement promoting Pepsodent tooth paste, the illustration shows a young woman smiling to reveal her pearly white teeth. Date: circa 1940s

The Charm of Beautiful Teeth
An illustration for an article entitled, The Charm of Beautiful Teeth, showing a glamorous woman revealing her pearly white teeth with a smile, behind a decorative fan. Date: circa 1915

Pearly Wey Ridden By A.Kirby Craven Meeting, Newmarket Rowley Mile Course, Newmarket, England 20 April 2006 Date: 20 April 2006

Pearly King - or Pearly Prince? Little boy in fancy dress
A little boy posing for his photograph in a Pearly King costume. Date: 1920s

A Coster Group at the Westminster Hospital Ball
A group in costermongers costumes at the Westminster Hospital Ball at the Dorchester Hotel in June 1931. From left, Simon Elwes, Mr Francis Toye

The Port, c. 1895 (oil on panel)
NUL116772 The Port, c.1895 (oil on panel) by Boudin, Eugene Louis (1824-98); 26.5x21.5 cm; Private Collection; French, out of copyright

Pearl White, American actress (photo)
5999798 Pearl White, American actress (photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pearl White (1889-1938), American actress

Vessel in the Form of an Ostrich Egg, New Kingdom, c. 1540-1296 BC (travertine)
490736 Vessel in the Form of an Ostrich Egg, New Kingdom, c.1540-1296 BC (travertine) by Egyptian 18th Dynasty (c.1567-1320 BC); 8.6x8.2x8.2 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Mrs Elizabeth Birch and Her Daughter, 1741 (oil on canvas)
FIT111412 Mrs Elizabeth Birch and Her Daughter, 1741 (oil on canvas) by Highmore, Joseph (1692-1780); 119.1x97.2 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; eFitzwilliam Museum; English

Pearly Kings and Queens celebrating in Hackney, East London. 24th March 1955

Costers Thanksgiving Service, London, 3rd October 1954

Pearly King collecting for Arthritis Research charity

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The Palau chambered nautilus, Nautilus belauensis, is mainly found in the Western Carolines as its name suggests. These nautilus are highly mobile scavenging herbalists

Pearl Nautilus Shell Cut In Half Showing Chambers (Black And White Photograph)

Pearl Nautilus Shell Half Showing Chambers And Spiral (Sepia Photograph)

A Pearly Eye Butterfly (Enodia) Rests On A Blade Of Grass; Vian, Oklahoma, United States Of America

Pearl Nautilus Shell Show Chambers On Pearly Dewy Background

Close-Up Of Spider Conch Shell (Lambis Lambis)

Spider Conch Seashell (Lambis Lambis) Laying On Sand

Entrance To Heaven

Pearly Kings and Queens gather at their patron church of St Martin-in-the-Fields for their charity work

Pearly Queens
Pearly Kings and Queens gather at their patron church of St Martin-in-the-Fields for their charity work

Pearly King and Queen, Peckham Derby Show, London
A Pearly King and Queen, with a boy on a donkey, at the Peckham Derby Show, SE London. Date: 1911

Pearly Kings Carriage
Pearly Kings and Queens riding their horse and carriage past Kings Cross St. Pancras stations, London. Date: 1930s

Variety of molluscs including terebratula, pearly fresh water mussel, and jingle shells.. Handcolored engraving from Charles d Orbignys Dictionnaire Universel d Histoire Naturelle

Pearly Kings & Queens, Hythe, Hampshire
Pearly Kings & Queens, Hythe, near Southampton, Hampshire, England. Date: 1950s

Pearly Kings & Queens in Pageant, Hythe, Hampshire
Pearly Kings & Queens in Pageant, Hythe, near Southampton, Hampshire, England. Date: 1950s

Tatler front cover, February 1964
Front cover of The Tatler featuring a model posing in a turquoise tweed spring coat, fastened with eight pearly buttons by Mono. The jaunty white bowler is by Dolores Boutique. Date: 1964

Pearly Queens at Races
Two old Pearly Queens out for a day at Epsom Races, Surrey, England. Date: early 1930s

Pearly King at the Derby
A Pearly King and his son pose proudly for the camera among a crowd at the Epsom Derby (horse races), Surrey, England. Date: early 1930s

Pearly Donkey
1906: Pearly King, Leon Williams, with his Donkey at the Olympia International Horse Show, London. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Various bits of sewing kit, including threads, needles and scissors on wooden box. credit: Marie-Louise Avery / thePictureKitchen / TopFoto

Picture No. 10767626
Chambered / Pearly / Common NAUTILUS - released in deep water (Nautilus pompilius) Date:

Section of the chambered shell of the pearly nautilus. Wood engraving, 19th century
CHAMBERED NAUTILUS. Section of the chambered shell of the pearly nautilus. Wood engraving, 19th century

Iridescent inside surface of Abalone shell

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"Pearly Kings & Queens: A Tradition of London's East End" Step into the world Kings and Queens, where tradition meets style in a dazzling display attire. From the iconic Pearly King and Queen of Thornton Heath to the timeless images of the 1920s Pearly King and Queen, these regal figures have become synonymous with London life. In Southwark's bustling streets, Costermonger Pearly Kings and Queens bring a touch of charm to their vibrant community. Their intricate outfits adorned with mother-of-pearl buttons are a testament to their dedication to preserving this unique heritage. The collection of memories captured in photographs showcases the pride that comes with being a Pearly King or Queen. In North London, we witness a heartwarming moment as a proud father passes down his title to his daughter - ensuring that this cherished tradition lives on for generations to come. Beyond London's borders, even across the Atlantic in Oregon, USA, an unexpected connection is found through nature's own pearly masterpiece - the chambered nautilus. Its mesmerizing beauty reminds us that pearls hold universal allure. But it isn't just fashion and natural wonders that embrace "pearly. " Even wartime advertisements like the famous Pepsodent campaign highlight how beautiful teeth can be our greatest asset. The charm they bring is undeniable. As time goes by, we find ourselves drawn closer to history as we stumble upon the resting place of a beloved figure - the final resting place known as "Pearly King Grave. " It serves as a reminder that these individuals were not just icons but also deeply loved members of their communities. So let us celebrate all things "pearly" - from music hall acts by Arthur Godfrey to those who proudly carry on this age-old tradition today. The spirit embodied by each Pearly King and Queen shines brightly through their dedication, love for one another, and commitment to keeping London's heritage alive.