The inevitable dark day had to come: the passing of Prince Philip on 9 April 2021, aged 99, an innings just short of a century. The extreme sorrow of Queen Elizabeth was compounded by the fact that he had always been her most loyal supporter. Since their marriage at Westminster Abbey on 20 November 1947, Prince Philip had largely sacrificed his personal life and career for the sake of the Queen and her people. To many, he was known primarily for his newsworthy caustic wit and a sharp sense of humour not consistent with the growing trend towards political correctness. But the real Philip was extremely perceptive, clear-eyed and disciplined, with a keen intelligence that saw the Queen constantly rely on him for advice and support as a worldly, well-rounded person with a strong, realistic sense of royalty and his place in it. Queen Elizabeth's Diamond Jubilee address at Westminster Hall, March 2012 said it all: "I take this opportunity to mention the strength I draw from my own family. The Duke of Edinburgh has made an invaluable contribution to my life over these past fifty years, as he has to so many charities and organisations with which he has been involved." And so it would be, all the way to recent times when increasing health-related difficulties curtailed his mobility as darker clouds drew near. Their love story of 73 years drew to its inevitable end, giving us occasion to celebrate his life and consider his many achievements. In 1939 he joined the Royal Naval College as a cadet, passing at the top of his class the following year. At this time he met Princess Elizabeth and their love story began. But first, there was World War II to deal with. By early 1940 Philip was aboard HMS Ramilles, later on HMS Valiant; he was soon promoted to First Lieutenant and second-in-command of HMS Wallace, then HMS Whelp. He served with distinction. The love story continued, culminating at the young couple's marriage. Elizabeth became Queen in 1952. A strong-minded Philip, although accepting his secondary royal role as consort, was swift to begin the works for which he remains respected. He launched the Duke of Edinburgh Award in 1956 to help give young people “...a sense of responsibility to themselves and their communities”. Over 40 million people in more than 60 countries benefitted. In 1961 he became the first president of the World Wide Fund for Nature, just one of the countless organisations he would support over the decades. Countless worldwide state visits saw him commit occasional gaffes that did not amuse all. A philosophical Philip famously remarked in 1960 that he was prone to "Dontopedalogy...the science of opening your mouth to put your foot in it, which I've practised for many years." This capacity to laugh at himself despite the pressures of public appearances remained one of his most endearing characteristics. Bradford Exchange is proud to join the world in remembering Prince Philip with this exclusive Double Crown in ultra-pure 999 silver with a 999 gold accent of his personal insignia. It bears his majestic portrait with the ultimate tribute from his Queen: "He has, quite simply, been my strength and stay all these years, and I and his whole family, and this and many other countries, owe him a debt greater than he would ever claim, or we shall ever know." Farewell, Prince among men.