The Crown Regalia
The King’s Crown and the other coronation objects that represent the royal regalia of Norway are on display in the west wing of the Archbishop’s Palace.
The Norwegian Crown Regalia
The Norwegian Crown Regalia consist of the King’s Crown, Orb and Sceptre, the Sword of State, the Queen’s Crown, Orb and Sceptre, the Crown Prince’s Coronet, the Anointment Horn, and the Royal Standards from 1818 and 1906.
Most of the regalia was acquired by Carl 14 Johan when he was to be crowned as in Nidaros Cathedral in 1818.
The King's Crown was commissioned by Carl Johan to his own coronation in 1818. It is made of 20-carat gold and is encrusted with colourful jewels and pearls. The crown has been used in four coronations and two consecration ceremonies.
Norway is the only country in the world with a monarchy elected by popular vote.
The Norwegian Monarchy
Norway has been a monarchy for more than 1000 years. Times have changed since Harald Hårfagre began to unite the country in the 9th century, through the medieval Golden Age, the 400-year union with Denmark, the adoption of the Norwegian Constitution in 1814, and the nearly 100-year union with Sweden – until full independence was achieved again in 1905.
The Norwegian royal family greeting the children's parade from the Palace Balcony. Oslo, May 17th 2020.
Photo: Lise Åserud
In 1990, the Constitution was amended to give a princess the same right to inherit the throne as a prince. Princess Ingrid Alexandra is therefore next in line to the throne after her father, Crown Prince Haakon Magnus.
Photo: Ida Bjørvik