Antique jewelry glossary

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Coronet

A small crown worn as a sign of high rank but lower than that of an emperor or king. In some countries, their basic form and subject matter is defined by protocol. The word is also used for any ornamental fillet or wreath worn around the temples as a decorative headdress.