The Queen pays tribute to Prince Phillip with her beautiful scarab broach at memorial service
March 29, 2022 - 12:34 BST Sophie Hamilton The Queen and the royal family gathered at Westminster Abbey on Tuesday for a special memorial service for her late husband Prince Philip, who sadly passed away in April 2021.As a moving tribute to her beloved Philip, the monarch wore her 'Scarab' brooch, which was designed by Andrew Grima.
The Duchess of Cornwall and Princess Anne also dressed in green. The choice of colour was seemingly a subtle tribute to Philip, whose livery colour in the armed forces was Edinburgh Green.
The Queen has been actively involved in the plans for Tuesday's memorial service, which incorporates some elements initially planned for Philip's funeral that were unable to go ahead due to the government's COVID restrictions at the time. These include hymns being sung, such as Guide me, O thou great Redeemer, which Philip had requested for his funeral as well as clergy from the royal estates of Windsor, Sandringham and Balmoral playing a part in the service, another of the Duke's requests.The memorial event also recognises the importance of Philip's legacy in creating opportunities for young people, promoting environmental stewardship and conservation, and supporting the armed forces.
The Queen's husband of 73 years sadly passed away aged 99 on 9 April 2021 and his funeral was held just over a week later, with only 30 people in attendance at St George's Chapel in Windsor.
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