The coronation of King Charles II took place in 1661, but not before, as Prince of Wales, the king had been chased around Cornwall, Ireland, France, Holland and the Channel Islands often with Cromwell hot on his heels.
David des Grandes (FS21/321)
This 17th century miniature (FS21/321) painted by David des Grandes for the Royalists supporters of The Throne shows the young prince wearing a blue sash and The Order of The Garter. The miniature, which is one of a private collection of 11 miniatures, has an estimate of £2,000-£3,000.
From a different collection of miniatures is this charming 19th century example of a girl called Beatrice holding a pink rose (FS21/326).
Beatrice holding a pink rose (FS21/326).
At just 3.3cm, it is fitted with a clasp for a choker and has an estimate of £400-£600.
