https://spring2025.vudhum.net/files/original/cf4fd2f3e9bb27b4fee159008fc33c8a.jpg 75e421e7448f3d430e02f8723baa5fea Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Heads of State, Style, and Story: Crowns Across Cultures Subject The topic of the resource Study of ceremonial crowns and headpieces across different cultures and time periods. Description An account of the resource This curated collection explores the symbolism, artistry, and cultural significance of crowns from around the world. From sacred Yoruba regalia to 20th-century pageant tiaras, these artifacts reflect diverse expressions of power, beauty, and identity. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Group 3 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Vraj Dirajlal, Fabio Lo, Samuel Lee Sangmyung, Aidan Reed Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Items from this collection are derived from a range of cultural and archival materials, including the Ron Sanford Papers housed at Vanderbilt University Special Collections. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Vanderbilt University Library, Vanderbilt University Special Collections Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Spring 2025 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource All rights reserved by Vanderbilt University Special Collections. Materials used with permission. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Digital exhibition collection; includes images, descriptions, and archival references. Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Curated Cultural Collection / Digital Exhibit Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Yoruba Sacred Crown Subject The topic of the resource Ceremonial Crown Description An account of the resource A cone-shaped crown with beaded veil is the most important element of royal regalia among the Yoruba. Reserved for ceremonial occasions, only rulers descended from the deity Oduduwa may wear them. To consecrate a sacred crown, magical herbal materials are utilized. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Yoruba people, Nigeria, West Africa Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Image and original data from The Cleveland Museum of Art. Formerly in The AMICO Library Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JSTOR Library Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource early 1900s Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource The Cleveland Museum of Art. rights@clevelandart.org Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Medium: cloth, glass beads, basketry, cardboard, wood, and feather quilts. Overall: 105.9cm, Diameter: 26.8cm, Cone: 35.1cm, Fringe: 55.3cm. Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Costume and Jewelry Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context CMA_.1995.22