This is, certainly, the newest of my Royal memorabilia—not only because I just received it from my parents as a Christmas gift, but because it commemorates an event yet to come. 2012 marks the Diamond Jubilee (60 years on the throne) of Queen Elizabeth II. The year-long event will be filled with a worldwide tribute to Her Majesty.
Made by Fortnum & Mason as part of the Diamond Jubilee collection, this mug is among the first souvenirs. I love it! All of the souvenirs produced by Fortnum & Mason depict the Queen’s Beasties (ten heraldic animals representing the Queen’s heritage) playing musical instruments in celebration of Her Majesty. This mug shows the Falcon of the Plantagenets and the Lion of England playing a saxophone and triangle respectively.
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