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Prince Philip and Queen Elizabeth: Best Pictures - 1997 50th anniversary 73 years 2020
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50th Anniversary, 1997

It may seem like ages ago, but back in 1997, the Queen and Prince Philip celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. This photo shows them walking proudly on their golden day, 23 years ago.

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Prince Philip and Queen Elizabeth: Best Pictures - 2002 73 years 2020
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Buckingham Palace, 2002

There's been little looking back for the British royals since they've entered the 21st century, too. Traditions, such as Trooping the Colour, have likewise lived on, with the Queen and Philip seen here at the event in 2002.

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Prince Philip and Queen Elizabeth: Best Pictures - 2017 platinum anniversary 73 years 2020
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Procession, 2017

As of 2016, Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip have both been nonagenarians. Their joint public appearances have become rarer in recent years, with the Duke retiring in 2017 at the age of 96. But pre-pandemic, the Queen still represented the monarchy very regularly on the public stage.

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Portrait, 2020
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Portrait, 2020

Royal fans were treated to a portrait in 2020 on the occasion of Prince Philip's 99th birthday. It was taken at Windsor Castle, where the longtime royal couple has spent the majority of lockdown amid the pandemic. Now, the royal couple is reunited side by side as they both have passed.