Queen Silvia Awarded the Seraphim Medal
Photo: The Swedish Royal Court
King Carl Gustaf presented the Seraphim Medal to Queen Silvia at the Royal Palace in Stockholm, in recognition of her humanitarian work over more than half a century.
King Carl Gustaf presented the Seraphim Medal, one of Sweden's foremost honours, to Queen Silvia at the Royal Palace in Stockholm. The presentation took place ahead of the royal couple's 50th wedding anniversary.
King Carl Gustaf presents the Seraphim Medal to Queen Silvia. Photo: The Swedish Royal House
The honour recognises the Queen's significant humanitarian work over more than half a century. Queen Silvia has founded organisations including Mentor, the World Childhood Foundation and Silviahemmet.
Queen Silvia with the Seraphim Medal. Photo: The Swedish Royal House
King Carl Gustaf makes a toast as the family looks on. Photo: The Swedish Royal House
Several members of the royal family attended the occasion.
Crown Princess Victoria, Princess Madeleine, Prince Carl Philip, Princess Sofia and Prince Daniel during the occasion. Photo: The Swedish Royal House
King Carl Gustaf and Queen Silvia. Photo: The Swedish Royal House