What changes will happen in the UK after the Queen's death: the national anthem and currency may need to be modified

Elephant reporter Niu Jiao Na/Compilation

On September 8, local time, Queen Elizabeth II died in Barllerburg, Scotland at the age of 96. 70 years of Elizabeth II, the longest -lived monarch in the United Kingdom to date. Her eldest son and Crown Prince Charles inherited the throne. According to foreign media speculation, some changes may occur in the British national anthem and currency.

British National Anthem

In the 70 years of Elizabeth II, "Queen of God" has been the national anthem of the UK, but this song already existed before Elizabeth II was ascended in 1952. Before renamed "Queen of God", this song was called "King of God". According to the official website of the British royal family, this song can be traced back to the 18th century, or even earlier.

The lyrics of "Queen of God" are basically the same as "King of God", but the "Queen" and "her" were used in the place where needed. Soon after, the first section of this song may be changed: "God bless the king, wish him no life, and the gods of God.

British currency

According to the latest news of Sky News, after the death of the Queen of Britain, the Bank of England stated that the banknote printed with the Queen's avatar was still a legal currency. The Bank of England said: "After the end of the mourning period, further announcement will be issued to the existing banknotes."

In terms of coins, the Royal Royal Mint, which has a history of more than 1,100 years, prints the portrait of the monarch on the coin, and Queen Elizabeth is no exception. Since she ascended the throne, her portrait has been printed on coins in British and Commonwealth. In order to respect her, the Royal Mint designed new coins every ten years.

The Royal Mint has not yet announced a new coinage plan. However, it can be speculated that there may be a significant difference in newly cast coins: although Queen Elizabeth always faces the right side, Charles will face the left side. According to data from the Royal Royal Military Museum, this change is a tradition that has continued for more than 300 years, that is, every king or queen is in the opposite direction in the opposite direction. The portrait of the Queen's father George VI on the coin was his face facing the left.

Postal system

According to the British Royal Post, the first stamp with the theme of Queen Elizabeth was issued on June 3, 1953, the next day when she crowned the ceremony. Since then, British Post has issued stamps printed with portraits of the Queen for many times, for the queen -related anniversary, birthday and anniversary. In February this year, in order to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the Queen's ascension, the Royal Post issued a set of 8 stamps, showing eight photos of the Queen's reign.

Stamps with a portrait of the new king are expected to be issued. Royal Postal spokesman told the media: "After we negotiate with Buckingham Palace, we will release a new stamp appearance at an appropriate time."

Royal Banner

The Royal Banner Banner represents the British monarch. During the Queen's reign, the royal banner followed her on various occasions, including the palace she lived, and the official cars and airplanes.

The British royal family said that since the United England and Scottish throne united in 1603, this banner has been replaced many times. The current British Royal Banner is divided into four quadrants. The first and fourth quadrants represent England. The appearance of the golden lion with three heads forward is in the red block; the second quadrant represents Scotland. Golden block; the third quadrant represents Ireland, with the appearance of the golden linked in the blue block.

The symbol of Wales did not appear in the royal banner, but if the new monarch chose to add Wales, the banner may also change.

Charles will also get a new predicate flag. Queen Elizabeth received a proper flag in 1960, with a golden "E", a crown on the blue background, surrounded by roses. Earlier, Charles, who had the title of "Prince of Wales", had a predicate flag used in Wales.

Compiled from Columbia Broadcasting Corporation (CBS), Sky News (Sky News)

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