PRIEST’S CROWN

Made in 1747 in Istanbul for Grigor Shirvantsi (nicknamed Şığtayagir/Chain-bearer), Patriarch of Jerusalem and donated by baker Melkon of Istanbul and his family. The crown is 27 cm high and has a diameter of 20-27 cm and a 5 cm high cross ornamented with precious stones on top.

On a dark red velvet base, decorated with gold and filigree embroideries, precious stones and enameled medallions. The medallions represent saints and figures of the teachings of Christianity.