Swedish Heraldry - Crowns and Helmets Used in Swedish Heraldry

Crowns and Helmets Used in Swedish Heraldry

  • Royal (Kunglig) crown

  • Countly (Grevlig) coronet

  • Baronial (Friherrlig) coronet

  • Noble (Adlig) coronet

  • Swedish mural crown, used by cities

  • Open or barred helmet, reserved for nobility

  • Closed or tilting helmet, used for burgher arms

  • Mitre, used by bishops in place of a helmet

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