Highlights of the UK coronation

King Charles III has been crowned in his solemn coronation service and the congregation has cheered “God save the king.” The Archbishop of Canterbury placed the hefty gold and jewel-studded St. Edward’s crown on the head of Charles midway through the two-hour service.

The crowning is the centerpiece of the coronation and it’s the only time during his reign that Charles will wear the solid gold crown.The medieval tradition began with the Archbishop of Canterbury presenting Charles III to the congregation as the “undoubted king.”

He then asked them to show their support with the chant.The king also took the solemn oath to govern the people of the United Kingdom with “justice and mercy” and to foster an environment where people of all faiths and beliefs can live freely.