It is sometimes asserted that the term Union Jack properly refers only to naval usage, which assertion has been dismissed by the Flag Institute in 2013, following historical investigations.
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I love that Liberty scarf! Also, I saw that Halcyon Days has done 3 silk scarves for the Platinum Jubilee - in the US, 2 are available from Scully & Scully. I might get one for the occasion.
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Why was Geri Haliwell's famous dress called a Union Jack dress?![]()
I'm not familiar with Halcyon Days but I like that scarf on the bottom. Are they the company that makes the official Platinum Jubilee Merch?
Checked out the Halcyon Days website and wanted to buy this mug but it's sold out!
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Union Flag Fine Bone China Mug | Halcyon Days
Luxury English fine bone china mug featuring the iconic union jack, handcrafted in England and hand gilded for a sumptuous finish. The perfect gift or souvenir this is a token of true British craftsmanship!www.halcyondays.co.uk
It's called the Union Jack when flown from the mast at sea (as in the ol' slang jacked-up, to put on a big show, now we say pimped-up). It's called the Union Flag on dry land.
People just get confused, that's all. Unless Gerri was floating up the Themes at the time LOL![]()
papertiger,Fortnum is also By Appointment to Her Majesty.
Fortnum and Mason's tribute to the Queen reflects on her visit on the occasion of her visit 2012 (Diamond Jubilee)
Jubilee Memories
As we prepare to celebrate Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee in 2022, we’re looking back to one of the happiest days at Fortnum’s, on March 1st 2012 – when HM The Queen joined us in Piccadilly.www.fortnumandmason.com
Plus they have a tea salon that was named after her visit 10 years ago
Diamond Jubilee Tea Salon | Afternoon Tea in London
Epitomising the sophistication of Afternoon and High Tea in all its splendour, Fortnum & Mason's Diamond Jubilee Tea Salon is the perfect place to host a special occasion – from a much-needed catch up to a birthday surprise.www.fortnumandmason.com
There commemoration memorabilia for the Plat Jubilee features their own House colours (they also sell Halcyon Days)
Platinum Jubilee Collection | Hampers, Sweet Treats & Memorabilia
Created in honour of HM The Queen's Platinum Jubilee, our limited-edition collection of commemorative mugs, tea towels, Jubilee hampers and biscuits are inspired by the Monarch's historic 70-year reign. Celebrate the Bank Holiday Weekend with commemorative teaware, champagne, memorabilia and...www.fortnumandmason.com
I don't know where you're located but there are several Jubilee mugs with the Union Jack/flag on Etsy Europe.
Love the velvet and embroidered roundel. Where did you buy it?