King Charles has gifted President Donald Trump with one of his favorite things–something made of gold with his name printed on it.
Trump, 79, hosted King Charles, 77, and Queen Camilla, 78, at the White House on Tuesday for a dinner to honor the links between the U.S. and the U.K. ahead of America’s 250th celebrations.
The King gave a speech at the event where he discussed the history of NATO and AUKUS, the trilateral security partnership between Australia, the U.K. and the U.S.
He then gifted the president a bell from a submarine named the HMS Trump, which was launched from a British shipyard in 1944 and played a “critical role” in the Pacific War, according to the King.
“I am delighted to present to you as a personal gift, the original bell which hung on the conning tower of your valiant namesake,” the monarch said.
“May it stand as a testament to our nation’s shared history and shining future. Should you ever need to get hold of us, just give us a ring.”
The large gold bell, with “TRUMP 1944″ on it, had been sitting at the back of the stage and was uncovered when the King referenced it.
Trump, a longtime fan of gold objects, appeared to be thrilled with his royal gift. He even left his seat, next to wife, Melania, and directly in front of the monarch, to stand to the side of the platform once the bell was unveiled. He stood there for four minutes until the speech ended.
At the conclusion of the King’s speech, non-drinker Trump clinked champagne glasses with the monarch and could be heard saying, “Great job.” When the King pointed to his gift, Trump said, “it’s so beautiful.”
The Daily Beast has contacted the White House for comment.
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