Vintage The Illustrated London News Magazine Lot 1936-1952 🏈

Lot of 3 Vintage "The Illustrated London News" Special Royal Commemorative Issues (1936–1952). Up for sale is a remarkable historic lot of three large-format vintage commemorative issues of The Illustrated London News. These specific editions capture the monumental ceremonies, processions, and transitions of the British Crown through the mid-20th century, filled with stunning full-page illustrations, photographs, and period advertisements. Included in this 3-Piece Lot: February 1, 1936 – Record of the Lying-in-State and Funeral of His Late Majesty King George V. Features: Detailed visual recording of the solemn military and state funeral ceremonies, plus portraiture covering the accession of King Edward VIII. Features a double-page spread in colors. May 15, 1937 – Coronation Ceremony Number. Features: The vibrant special souvenir edition printed for the coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth (the Queen Mother) following the abdication crisis. Richly illustrated throughout. February 23, 1952 – The Lying-in-State and Funeral of His Late Majesty King George VI. Features: Comprehensive historical record detailing the funeral procession of King George VI and the early transition of the crown to a young Queen Elizabeth II. Condition Details: All three magazines are pre-owned vintage items in protective plastic sleeves. Covers show typical vintage shelf wear, edge creasing, and minor scuffs/aging expected of softcover newsprint ephemera of this vintage. Mid-century price stickers/pencil markings are present on the front covers. Interior pages are generally well-preserved given their age. An absolute must-have lot for any British Royal family collector, mid-century ephemera enthusiast, or historical archive! Illustrated London News, King George V Funeral, King George VI Coronation, British Royalty Collectibles, Vintage Magazine Lot, 1930s Ephemera, 1952 Royal Funeral, House of Windsor, Queen Elizabeth II History, UK Historic Newspapers.