Rana Crown
| Rana Crown | |
|---|---|
Gem-set Turban Crown of a Rana Prime Minister, Nepal, circa 1900 | |
| Details | |
| Country | Nepal |
| Made | circa 1900 |
| Owner | Private Collection, Japan |
| Weight | Varies by type; generally 18–25 |
| Arches | Six ribs leading to a central emerald |
| Material | Cloth, gold brocade, silver |
| Cap | Pearl-encrusted gold brocade |
| Notable stones | Pearls, diamonds, emeralds, rubies, coloured glass |
| Other elements | Bird-of-paradise feathers; silver badge with Devanagari inscription and Nepalese coat of arms |
| Predecessors | Shripech |
| Successors | None |
The Rana Crown (also known as the Gem-set Turban Crown) is a ceremonial headpiece from Nepal, produced in the early 20th century. It was worn by members of the Rana dynasty, who held hereditary positions as prime ministers during the Rana regime (1846–1951). The crown incorporates local materials and craftsmanship along with external stylistic influences. It served as a formal emblem of political office and high status within the governance structure of the period.