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William Gibb (1839-1929)

"Crown of the King of Kandy".

RCIN 929360

William Gibb (1839-1929)

"Crown of the King of Kandy"

Royal Collection Trust/© His Majesty King Charles III 2022

Royal Collection Trust/© His Majesty King Charles III 2022

Description

The Crown is circular with 4 triangular projections. It is of gold and richly ornamented with rubies, emeralds, sapphires, and pearls.

Provenance

Presented to Queen Mary in 1935
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Creator(s)

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Other number(s)

RL 29360

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