The Imperial Crown of Mexico is offered to His Imperial Highness Prince FERDINAND MAXIMILIAN, Archduke of Austria, for him and his descendants. ART. 4.

As the U.S. Civil War unfolded, the French emperor offered the crown of Mexico to an Austrian archduke. Things did not go well.

The Imperial State Crown is present at every State Opening of Parliament and is worn by the monarch each year. Even on occasions when the late Queen could not wear it at the State Opening, it was ...

LONDON – The majestic Imperial State Crown sits atop the queen’s flag-draped coffin as the queen lies in state in Westminster Hall, along with her scepter and orb.

The Imperial State Crown contains nearly 3,000 jewels, including its central stone, the Black Prince's Ruby. Here's the legendary history of this mysterious gem.