The Tudor State Crown: History and Legacy

Who was responsible for the destruction of the Tudor State Crown?

• King James I

• Queen Elizabeth I

• Oliver Cromwell

• Henry VIII

What materials were prominently used in the Tudor State Crown?

• Platinum and diamonds

• Bronze and emeralds

• Gold and rubies

• Silver and sapphires

Which saintly figures were initially depicted on the Tudor State Crown?

• Saint Andrew and Saint Patrick

• Christ, Mary, and Saint George

• Saint George and Saint Michael

• Saint Peter and Saint Paul

What was one of the primary uses of the Tudor State Crown?

• To crown foreign monarchs

• As a symbol of the church

• In royal portraits and coronations

• As a diplomatic gift

Which monarchs used the Tudor State Crown during their coronations?

• Henry VII and Henry VIII

• Richard III and Henry VI

• Edward VI, Mary I, and Elizabeth I

• James II and Charles II

What happened to the jewels from the Tudor State Crown after its destruction?

• They were sold and dispersed

• They were buried with Oliver Cromwell

• They were donated to the church

• They were hidden in the Tower of London

How was the gold from the Tudor State Crown repurposed?

• Donated to charity

• Melted down for coins

• Kept in a museum

• Used to create a new crown

What was the estimated value of the Tudor State Crown at the time of its destruction?

• £1,110

• £2,000

• £3,500

• £500

What was discovered in 2017 that sparked speculation about the Tudor State Crown?

• A gold and enamel statue of Henry VI

• A painting of the crown

• A hidden chamber in the Tower of London

• A diary of Oliver Cromwell

Where was the potential piece of the Tudor State Crown found?

• In a royal crypt

• Near the Tower of London

• In a field near the Battle of Naseby site

• In the British Museum