Crown of Queen Alexandra

Crown of Queen Alexandra
Engraving of the crown. The European-style crown contained more half arches than was usual in British crowns, and had its cap placed lower, allowing a clear view through the crown.
Details
CountryUnited Kingdom
Made1902
OwnerCharles III in right of the Crown
Arches8 half-arches
MaterialPlatinum

The Crown of Queen Alexandra was the consort crown of the British queen Alexandra of Denmark. It was manufactured for the 1902 coronation of King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra. It is now in the royal collection.

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