History & The Arts
Two kings, two very different coronations
...simple way of living, the same could not be said of their eldest son. George IV’s years as Prince of Wales and Prince Regent were blighted by financial issues, as the prince spent his generous allowance on artwork, architecture, and a vibrant social life. Given his penchant for the finer things, it is perhaps unsurprising that George IV’s coronation cost 20 times that...