What are the British Crown Jewels?
Crowns, sceptres, orbs, rings — in Great Britain, these comprise the crown jewels. Crown jewels are those items used in a coronation that symbolize the monarch’s right and authority to sit on the throne of his or her country. Most people have seen at least a sampling of the British crown jewels if they have ever seen Queen Elizabeth II open Parliament. She always wears the Imperial Crown of State when performing this royal duty.
