The official emblem and souvenirs for The Queen's Platinum Jubilee 2022 have been revealed.
Designed by 19-year-old graphic design student Edward Roberts from Nottinghamshire, the emblem was selected as the winning entry of Her Majesty The Queen's Platinum Jubilee Emblem Competition for young people aged 13-25, run in conjunction with the V&A Museum.
Featuring a purple and platinum design, the emblem incorporates the number 70, has a stylised St Edward's Crown on the front, and sits on a round purple background (Pantone 3515 C) signifying a royal seal. The words have been printed in the elegant font Perpetua, meaning forever, to acknowledge the first British Monarch to ever mark 70 years on the throne.
Platinum Jubilee Emblem Tea Towel
The emblem design features on tea towels, mugs, posters, websites, televised national events, and on all the official Jubilee merchandise in the lead-up to the official celebration. Edward will also be invited to attend the Platinum Jubilee celebrations and a concert Buckingham Palace to mark the event.
Some of the souvenirs to snap up include the sweet Platinum Jubilee teddy bear (£19.95), Jubilee biscuit tin (£15.95), the Platinum Jubilee spoons (£35), and the Platinum Jubilee Emblem tea towel (£8.95). Whether you want something for the home or a simple accessory to celebrate the Queen, the full range has something to suit everyone. Lots of the items are already sold out, so you'll have to be quick if you want to snap these up.
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"I wasn't expecting to win the competition. When I was told I had made it into the top 100 entries, I felt that was an achievement on its own. It feels such an honour to have won it," Edward told the University of Leeds.
"Art and design have always been passions of mine. From completing an A-level in art to then going on to university to study graphic design, I try to use both disciplines in my work as much as possible."
The winning design was chosen by a panel of visual artists, design professionals, and experts from the V&A, the Royal College of Art, the Design Museum. Edward's winning emblem, along with nine other shortlisted emblem design entries, will be displayed at the V&A in June 2022.
Platinum Jubilee souvenirs and gifts to celebrate the Queen
Emma Bridgewater Queen's Platinum Jubilee God Save The Queen Mug
This historic jubilee makes a great excuse to add another Emma Bridgewater mug to your collection! This one features our national anthem in EB's signature script on a proud red background.
Emma Bridgewater Queen's Platinum Jubilee Mug
Here's a more subtle design from Emma Bridgewater.
Emma Bridgewater Queen's Platinum Jubilee 70 Glorious Years Mug
Lastly, the potter has this vibrant green option. Which will you choose?
Harrods Queen's Platinum Jubilee Mug
Harrods has released its own commemorative mug, too. This fine bone china option features the dates of the Queen's reign in shining gold and finished with the royal crests.
Sandie Burton Designs Queen's Platinum Jubilee Cushion Cover
Particularly dedicated royalists will be pleased with this lovely handmade cushion cover; it's thoroughly celebratory without being garish. It'd fit right in with a country cottage scheme while adding a cheerful flash of colour.
Platinum Jubilee Tea Towel
This design is also available as a tea towel, if you prefer – in a good range of colours.
Queen Elizabeth Platinum Jubilee Plate
This makes a fun memento – use it to display your scones or sandwiches for your Jubilee garden party over the bank holiday weekend, then display it on the wall or your cabinet after the festivities are done.
Platinum Jubilee Bunting
Hang this suitably British bunting around your garden fence, conservatory or the front of your property to show your appreciation for our longest-reigning monarch. It comes in either two or five metre lengths, or you can ask for your specific requirements.
Historic Royal Palaces 2022 Platinum Jubilee Imperial State Crown Decoration
Made from gold-plated pewter and studded with glittering crystals, this ornate decoration is exclusive to the Historic Royal Palaces shop. Keep it proudly on display in a cabinet, or you could even use the hanging loop to turn it into a Christmas tree ornament, if you like.
Rice Paper Cake Toppers
No garden party is complete without cake. These rice paper toppers will ensure your offerings are less Victoria sponge and more Elizabeth II – much more appropriate, in this instance!
Cheviot Ceramics Queen's Platinum Jubilee Mug
A subtle design finished with traditional royal purple crowns; these are lovingly hand-painted to order, so you know you're getting something thoughtful to commemorate this special occasion.
Royal Collection Shop Longest Reigning Monarch Commemorative Oval Charger
Okay, this charger plate is expensive, but it is handmade from fine bone china and finished with burnished 22-carat gold detailing, so it is a really exquisite piece. Plus, we're sure you agree that a Platinum jubilee party deserves something extra special to celebrate properly. Put this plate pride of place on your table to show off your afternoon tea spread for your do.
Emma Bridgewater Crown Jewels Tea Towel
With its ornate crown, orb and sceptre design, this lovely Emma Bridgewater design will pay homage to our queen while brightening up your kitchen (and helping with the washing up!).
Traditional tones in white, blue and red here for this tea towel – and there's some matching bunting available, too.
More tea towels here – choose your favourite design, or collect all three!
Harrods HM Queen Elizabeth II Teapot
To match the charger plate above, this charming teapot will finish off your royal scheme perfectly. We just love the little crown on the lid.
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