Lovely Antique French Paste Jeweled Canonical Coronation Crown, Tiara or Diadem Religious Processional
Lovely miniature antique French paste or glass 'jeweled' tiara, crown or diadem, a Catholic canonical coronation piece but great as a costume or decorative display crown, or to wear (size adjusts). Set with multi-colored clear & green and red 'gems' with a large 20mm oval in pink at center top - and wonderful condition! This elegant antique French gilded brass jeweled religious crown, tiara or diadem dates from the mid 19th century, circa 1850-1890 roughly. Richly decorated with faceted paste or glass 'jewels' in the base and throughout most of the crown. Gilt brass or bronze filigree holding it all together beautifully! Full measurements noted on photos. The crown is an emblem of royalty and victory. A canonical coronation is a pious institutional act of the Pope, duly expressed in a Papal Bull, in which he bestows an ornamental crown, diadem or halo to a Marian, Christological, or Josephian image or statue that is widely venerated in a particular diocese or locality. During the