Crowns and Helmets Used in Swedish Heraldry
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Royal (Kunglig) crown
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Countly (Grevlig) coronet
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Baronial (Friherrlig) coronet
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Noble (Adlig) coronet
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Swedish mural crown, used by cities
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Open or barred helmet, reserved for nobility
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Closed or tilting helmet, used for burgher arms
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Mitre, used by bishops in place of a helmet
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