Who are the oldest monarchs in the world?
Prior to her sad death at the age of 96, Queen Elizabeth II had the accolade of not only being the oldest monarch in British history – but being the oldest monarch in the world.
Her Majesty – who passed away on September 8, just months after marking 70 years on the throne – took over the honour in 2015, following the death of His Majesty King Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia at the age of 90.
However, there are royals around the world who have also reached impressive ages – and have presided over their own countries for a long time.
Who are the world’s other oldest monarchs? Here’s what you need to know…
Who are the oldest monarchs in the world?
The world’s oldest monarchs include the following:
Emir Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi of Ajman – the ruler of the emirate of Ajman in the UAE is reported to be 91 years old – making him the world’s oldest monarch following the death of the Queen. He has been the UAE’s king since 1981.
Queen Elizabeth II dead: What happens next?
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II has died after 70 years on the throne, with her death announced by Buckingham Palace on September 8, 2022.
She died at the age of 96 at her home in Balmoral, with her son, the now King Charles, and daughter Princess Anne by her side.
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Awujale Sikiru Kayode Adetona, king of Ijebuland, Nigeria – the 87-year-old has been ruler of the Nigerian kingdom since 1960.
King Salman bin Abdulaziz al-Saud of Saudi Arabia – the Saudi Arabian ruler is 86 years old – but has had one of the shorter terms as monarch, having only succeeded the throne in January 2015.
Queen Margrethe II of Denmark – the Danish monarch is 82 years old, and has been in her royal role since 1972.
Prince Hans-Adam III of Liechtenstein – he may be head of the monarchy in one of the world’s smallest nations, but he’s also one of the older monarchs – Hans-Adam is 77, and has been reigning prince since November 1989.
King Harald V of Norway – the Scandinavian monarch is 85 years old, having been on the Norwegian throne since January 1991.
It is also worth noting that Prince Charles will also become one of the world’s older monarchs after he becomes king, following the Queen’s death.
The Prince Of Wales was born on November 14 1948, celebrating his 73rd birthday in 2021.
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