Sheffield retro: 22 black and white photos capturing life in city in 1953

It was the year of the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II and people were celebrating all over the city.

It was also the year when World War II sweet rationing ended after 10 years, with children emptying their piggy banks and heading for the nearest sweet shop.

We hope you enjoy this nostalgic look at a bygone era.

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