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Neptune's Fountain (foreground) and the Gloriette, on the grounds of Schloss Schönbrunn, Vienna.
The Imperial Treasury in Vienna, located within the Hofburg palace complex, houses the imperial regalia of the Holy Roman and Austrian empires.1
Among the most significant treasures preserved in the treasury are:
- The Imperial Crown: Created in the 10th century for the coronation of Holy Roman emperors, this crown is constructed from eight hinged gold plaques decorated with jewels and enamel in the Byzantine style.2
- The 1602 Imperial Crown: A second crown, designed in the Renaissance style, which incorporates an imperial mitre and features a shape reminiscent of a helmet or kamelaukion.2
These items represent the historical legacy of the Holy Roman Empire and the Habsburg imperial family.12