Prince George christening coins
A special set of coins will be created to mark the christening of Prince George, the Royal Mint has announced. The Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, will conduct the ceremony on 23 October.
The christening gown worn by royal babies
Royal babies are usually christened in a replica of the intricate lace and satin christening gown made for Queen Victoria's eldest daughter in 1841.
The Earl and Countess of Wessex's son Viscount Severn became the first royal baby to wear the new robe at his christening in 2008.
It was made by the Queen's dresser Angela Kelly and the team of dressmakers at Buckingham Palace, and features the same lengthy skirt and elaborate collars and bow as its predecessor.
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