The Ceremony Of The Keys, Gibraltar 1977. Large Print by C Miers.

Large framed print.

Artist – C. Miers.

The Ceremony Of The Keys performed by the

2^ND BN THE ROYAL GREEN JACKETS, GIBRALTAR 1977.

Frame measures 75.5cms x 59cms.

The ceremony originated during The Great Seige (1779-83) when the Governor wore the keys at his belt constantly except each evening and morning when the Port Sergeant, with an armed escort, locked and unlocked the gates. When peace was restored, drums and fifes accompanied the Port Sergeant and his escort to warn aliens to leave the Rock before the gates were closed. This procedure was carried out each evening without interruption until earlier this century, since when it has been performed as a ceremony at intervals throughout the year.

Condition – nice, framed, mounted, ready to hang.

Large framed print.

Artist – C. Miers.

The Ceremony Of The Keys performed by the

2^ND BN THE ROYAL GREEN JACKETS, GIBRALTAR 1977.

Frame measures 75.5cms x 59cms.

The ceremony originated during The Great Seige (1779-83) when the Governor wore the keys at his belt constantly except each evening and morning when the Port Sergeant, with an armed escort, locked and unlocked the gates. When peace was restored, drums and fifes accompanied the Port Sergeant and his escort to warn aliens to leave the Rock before the gates were closed. This procedure was carried out each evening without interruption until earlier this century, since when it has been performed as a ceremony at intervals throughout the year.

Condition – nice, framed, mounted, ready to hang.