The Czech Coronation Jewels. Die Böhmischen Kronjuwelen, englische Ausgabe
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The coronation jewels of the Kingdom of Bohemia are singular and unique. The St. Wenceslas crown is not only a ruler's symbol, but also the symbol of the country. It hides the secret of uniqueness. Its charm lies neither in its antiquity nor in the number of the enchased gems alone. It bears the sanctity and the secret lore assigned to it by Charles IV's commission. Its existence is first mentioned in the protective document from 6 May 1346, issued by Pope Clement VI. After Charles IV's rule, the crown was used for the coronation of twenty-one kings and seventeen queens. The often dramatic des...
The coronation jewels of the Kingdom of Bohemia are singular and unique. The St. Wenceslas crown is not only a ruler's symbol, but also the symbol of the country. It hides the secret of uniqueness. Its charm lies neither in its antiquity nor in the number of the enchased gems alone. It bears the sanctity and the secret lore assigned to it by Charles IV's commission. Its existence is first mentioned in the protective document from 6 May 1346, issued by Pope Clement VI. After Charles IV's rule, the crown was used for the coronation of twenty-one kings and seventeen queens. The often dramatic destiny of the crown has been closely connected to the destiny of the country. For six hundred years it has been the cherished token of our home. It does not demand any privileges, for its mission is its privilege. It has been weighed and measured many times, the most experienced experts have assessed its precious stones, and many parts of its history have been elucidated.