Anointing spoon - Crown Jewels replica - Crown Jewels - Tower of London - Historic Royal Palaces - Palace Gifts
ANSP
This is a replica spoon of the anointing spoon which is part of the coronation regalia. The original spoon (held at the Tower of London) is made of gold and dates back to the 13th century, making it the oldest coronation piece. In the coronation ceremony Holy oil is poured from the Ampulla, which is in the form of a gold eagle, into the spoon. The spoon is then applied by the officiating Bishop or Archbishop to the new sovereigns head, breast and palms. This replica anointing spoon is made from 22ct gold plated lead-free pewter and is presented in a clear box with an information label and historical information about the spoon printed on it. Length 11cm (4.3 inches)