The price tag was revealed in an annual report, but one anti-monarchy advocate speculates the true cost could be even higher.

The astronomical number, paid by the U.K. taxpayers during a cost-of-living crisis, isn’t winning over many royal fans. Graham Smith, Charles’ most vocal critic, and CEO of the anti-monarchy group Republic, wasn’t exactly thrilled about the final tally. He described the spending of taxpayers’ money as “obscene” to The Guardian.

The Coronation of the King cost taxpayers £72m, government figures have revealed. Just over £50m was spent by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS), which coordinated the event, while policing costs came to almost £22m, which were paid for by the Home Office.