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from one of the Macedonian royal tombs at Vergina , 4th Century BC ]] A diadem (from Greek 'diadema, diadeo', to surround) was originally a white ribbon, ending in a knot and two stripes that were placed often on the shoulders, that surrounded the head of the King to denote his authority. By extension, this term was applied later to a Crown , generally with a circular shape. For example, the crown worn by a Pagan ''drihten'' (Anglo-Saxon king) was a diadem, as was the crown of a Baron later (in some countries surmounted by three globes). A diadem is also a jewelled ornament worn by women with the shape of a half crown, placed over the forehead (in this sense, also called Tiara ). In some societies it is also a Wreath worn around the head. |
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