Ref: XXX - 1822 Secundo Silver Crown - George IV (1820-1830) Mounted as a Brooch.

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Dated 1822.

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King George IV was a British monarch known for his extreme spending, scandalous personal life and role as Prince Regent during his father's mental illness.
    • The Regency (1811–1820) Ruled in place of his sick father, King George III.
      • King of the United Kingdom (1820–1830) Officially took the crown at age 57 after his father died.
        • Extravagant Lifestyle: Loved fine art, food, and clothes, and spent huge sums building the Royal Pavilion in Brighton. 
          Controversies
            • Bad Marriage: Secretly and illegally married Maria Fitzherbert, then formally married Caroline of Brunswick, whom he later tried to ban from his coronation.
              • Massive Debt: Ran up huge bills that Parliament had to pay off, making him very unpopular with the public.