1977 Oliver Messel Grey Silver Silk Scarf, Coronation Queen Elizabeth II

Vintage 1977 Oliver Messel Grey Silver Silk Scarf commemorating the Silver Jubilee of the Coronation Of Queen Elizabeth II 100% Silk featuring a machined hem , block printed with hand painted silver highlights. 35 x 34 inches This is a very attractive large silk scarf on a pale grey background created to commemorate the silver jubilee of the coronation of our late Queen Elizabeth II. It is a copy of a coronation scarf designed for Jacqmar by renowned theatre director Oliver Messel for the coronation of Her Majesty in 1953. It was reissued for the silver jubilee in this new silver color. The scarf has a central drawing of the Queen's coronation coach, surrounded by a gilt/silver/bronze border above which is a drawing of the coronation crown and the initials ER. Around the outside border and at the corners are touches of greenery and representative flora from the UK, roses, thistles etc. In great condition, no rips or stains. Some creasing/folds. No tags or labels.