Crown (monarchy)

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Crowns have symbolised authority and royal status throughout civilisations since the prehistory^[1]They represent power through elaborate garments made from precious materials. Initially used by various cultures to distinguish rulers and honour notable individuals, crowns have evolved from simple banners to elaborate ceremonial artefacts. They signify monarchical legitimacy in heraldry, numismatics and cultural representations. Although modern monarchies have declined, crowns remain potent symbols of state authority, particularly in ceremonial contexts such as coronations. The British monarchy remains the most prominent tradition^[2] of coronation, with crowns representing not just individual rulers, but entire royal institutions. Beyond their literal monarchical use, crowns persist in the cultural imagination, appearing at weddings, performances and national emblems, maintaining their historical significance as powerful emblems of leadership and social hierarchy.

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1. ↑ Prehistory ( prehistory ) The evolution of human prehistory spans millions of years, beginning with primitive hominid species such as Homo habilis and Homo erectus in Africa around 2.5 million years ago. Modern humans emerged approximately 160,000 years ago in Ethiopia, subsequently migrating out of Africa around 50,000 years ago and populating continents. Key developments include the emergence of the use of stone tools, advanced language skills and artistic expression. Around 10,000 BC, humans transitioned from hunter-gatherer societies to agricultural communities, first in the Fertile Crescent, domesticating animals and cultivating crops. Metallurgy emerged around 6,000 BC in Anatolia and Mesopotamia, gradually spreading to Europe and Asia. Archaeological evidence, including cave paintings and artefact finds, provides insights into prehistoric human societies, demonstrating complex social structures, technological innovations and symbolic thought during the Mesolithic period.

2. ↑ tradition. Tradition refers to the continuity of doctrines, customs and values within social groups, studied through various academic disciplines. Rooted in cultural, religious and social contexts, traditions can be ancient or intentionally invented, serving as a transmission of knowledge between generations. In religious settings, particularly Catholicism, tradition encompasses oral and written practices that preserve spiritual teachings. Cultural practices often incorporate traditions, reflecting community customs, beliefs and behaviours. These traditions are not static, but dynamic, adapting to changing societal contexts while maintaining fundamental elements. The relationship between tradition and modernity is complex, with traditions sometimes being reinvented or reinterpreted in order to remain relevant. Despite potential conflicts with rapid social change, traditions continue to play a significant role in maintaining cultural identity and providing continuity across generations.

Crown (monarchy) (Wikipedia)

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A crown is a head ornament used as a symbol of power e legitimacy.

It's a perks and is the traditional symbolic form used by monarchsmembers of the nobility, saints e godsWhat it represents: power, legitimacy, immortalityjustice, victory, triumphresurrection, honour and glory of the afterlife.

The crown as a symbol is also used in heraldryincluding the coats of arms of villas e cities.

In art, it can be represented as being offered to men by angels. In addition to their traditional shape, they can be made of flowers, stars, oak leaves or thorns, etc., depending on what they symbolise. They usually contain jewellery.

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