King Charles' coronation is set to take place on Saturday, 70 years after his mother's. The coronation of Queen Elizabeth II was a huge extravaganza with pomp and ceremony.

Charles and Camilla were crowned at the event, confirming their roles as king and queen. Photos show the most important moments, from the King's Procession to the presentation of the Royal Orb.

The St. Edward's Crown, which weighs nearly 5 lbs., was first created for King Charles II in 1661 as a replacement for the previous crown that had been melted down in 1649.

During the ceremony, he was pronounced King with the St. Edward's Crown, which weighs nearly 5 lbs and was first created for King Charles II in 1661.

Photo by Chris Jackson/Getty Images Catherine, Princess of Wales, Princess Charlotte of Wales and King Charles III during Trooping the Colour at Buckingham Palace on June 15, 2024 in London, England.

Eleven years earlier in 1649, Charles II’s father, King Charles I, was executed and the crown that he had worn was destroyed – and the monarchy along with it.

Getty Images This gleaming gold piece dates back to 1661 and was one of the items recreated by Robert Vynter for Charles II’s coronation, Storoschuk says.

A historic document signed by King Charles II, which helped complete the restoration of the British monarchy after the English Civil War, is up for auction and expected to fetch up to £600,000 ...

Photo by Chris Jackson/Getty Images Catherine, Princess of Wales, Princess Charlotte of Wales and King Charles III during Trooping the Colour at Buckingham Palace on June 15, 2024 in London, England.