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The coronation will have some serious bling. Here's what it all is

The coronation of King Charles III takes place this Saturday at London's Westminster Abbey, and many items featured are very old, adorned with many jewels and dripping with symbolism.

King Charles III's coronation ceremony will include many symbolic items

An illustration with a grid of images which some coronation regalia and images of King Charles III and Camilla, Queen Consort
A number of pieces of regalia will be on display when King Charles formally receives the crown on May 6. CBC News examines a few below. (Wendy Martinez/CBC illustration)

The coronation of King Charles III takes place this Saturday at London's Westminster Abbey, and many items featured during the event are very old, adorned with many jewels and dripping with symbolism.

These objects help tell a story and uphold the heritage of a monarchy that many feel is waning, according to a recent Angus Reid poll.

Despite soft support for King Charles — at least here in Canada — a majority of Canadians will pay some attention to the proceedings on Saturday, according to that survey. And for those who will be glued to the screen, here are a few pieces of regalia to watch out for when King Charles receives the crown.

With design by Wendy Martinez