EuropeEvent

Coronation of John V of Portugal

When
1707
Where
Ribeira Palace
Episodes
1

Following the death of Peter II on 9 December 1706, John V was acclaimed King of Portugal and the Algarves on 1 January 1707. The ceremony took place at the Ribeira Palace in Lisbon, where his throne was displayed on the balcony of the Torre do Rei.

Episodes

  1. 1 January 1707 · Ribeira PalaceAcclamation of John V

    John V was formally acclaimed King of Portugal and the Algarves on 1 January 1707 at the Ribeira Palace in Lisbon.

Background and detail

Succession Context. John V succeeded his father, Peter II, who died in his sleep on 9 December 1706. Prior to this, Peter had moved to the Royal Quinta in Alcântara in early December 1706 due to illness. John had previously held the title of Prince of Brazil and Duke of Braganza.

Acclamation Ceremony. The acclamation occurred on 1 January 1707 at the Ribeira Palace in Lisbon. John's new throne was placed on the balcony of the Torre do Rei. He wore the Cross of the Order of Christ, with the Crown Jewels beside him, adhering to Portuguese royal custom.

People involved

  • John V · King of Portugal and the Algarves
  • Peter II · Predecessor King of Portugal

Sources

  1. John V of Portugal Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-29

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