The Queen's Robe of Estate is made of purple silk-velvet and took more than 3,500 hours to embroider.
, Queen Elizabeth II's Robe of Estate had a border of wheat ears and olive branches, symbolising peace and plenty.
This robe, which would have been the last in a series of garments that she wore as part of the Coronation, was embroidered by the Royal School of Needlework, and took two months and 3,500 hours to complete. It's made of purple silk-velvet and measures just over 6.5m from shoulder to train.
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