The Crown of Saint Wenceslas

The Crown of Saint Wenceslas is a historic royal crown used during the coronation of Czech kings, symbolizing sovereignty and national identity. It features a unique design with a golden band decorated with precious stones and a distinctive tall, arched structure topped by a sphere and cross. Crafted in the 14th century, it represents the authority of the Czech monarchy and is part of the Czech Crown Jewels. Today, it is exhibited as a national treasure, embodying Czech history and heritage, and is only used for coronations or special ceremonial occasions.