The Illustrated London News - The Accession No. 5096 - Vol. 189 / Dec. 19, 1936
$126.43
The Illustrated London News - The Accession No. 5096 - Vol. 189 / Dec. 19, 1936
A highly collectible and historically important original issue of The Illustrated London News, published on 19 December 1936, marking the Accession and Abdication of King Edward VIII.
This iconic issue features the famous front-cover portrait of King Edward VIII and Queen Wallis Simpson, framed within an elaborate full-colour heraldic border. It captures one of the most dramatic moments in British royal history, following Edward VIII’s abdication earlier that month.
Details:
• Title: The Illustrated London News
• Issue No.: 5096
• Volume: 189
• Date: 19 December 1936
• Price on publication: Two Shillings
• Illustrated with colour plates and photogravure
• Original 1936 publication (not a reprint)
Condition:
• Original paper issue in good vintage condition
• Expected age-related wear including light creasing, edge wear and gentle toning
• Presents very well and displays beautifully
Why this issue matters:
This edition documents a pivotal constitutional crisis that changed the course of the British monarchy. Edward VIII’s abdication for love remains one of the most talked-about royal events of the 20th century, making this newspaper especially desirable for royal historians, collectors, and interior display.
Ideal for:
• Royal memorabilia collectors
• Pre-war British history enthusiasts
• Framing or period interior décor
• Gifts for monarchy or history lovers
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