THE CROWN JEWELS OF DENMARK

#denmarkhistory #crownjewels #regalia #royalhistory
Denmark is a country that has a rather surprising constitutional and political history, and the regalia, the crown jewels of Denmark and the Danish coronation rites, reflect that fascinating story. In this video I explore in some detail the history of Denmark's crown jewels, and how they relate to the turbulent history of this European nation.
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[@Thauan..]

I am from Brazil and happy that British Monarchy keeps using Crown and Regalia...

[@frippp66]

14:30 those lions really are spectacular - nobody else has silver lions

[@Marjorie-yt7pb]

🎉😮

[@Mikkel-of-Lolland.]

I have seen them in person; it's the ones in the coat of arms of Denmark.

[@chadoakley8505]

Last time I was in Copenhagen, I went to Rosenburg Slot right as it opened, and went upstairs to throne room... I was the only one in the room with those three lions..

[@johnwhitehead4446]

There are similar lions flanking the throne in the Royal Palace in Madrid.

[@christinaj.jensen4805]

Just like with the crown and the regalia, when a monarch dies, that is the only time the lions are taken out of their display at Rosenborg. The crown and regalia is placed on top of the coffin, while the lions will be standing guard over the coffin, alongside the royal guard, when they are lying in state for the people to pay their respect.

[@davidd6171]

The crown at 9:16 is just insane with all the detail and craftsmanship!! Well done again Allan!! What a great video!

[@lozinozz7567]

Agree, wouldn’t fancy cleaning it 😊

[@allanbarton]

Thank you very much! Glad you enjoyed it ☺️

[@rhiannonpoole6019]

I think 'bonkers' is a fair description of a lot of this fancy regalia, and not just the Danish! But they are all so beautifully crafted, a lot of enamel work, like that monde looking rather like a bird's egg.....I think the prize must go to the silver gilt lions, though, one of those would just set off my front door. Many thanks as ever, Allan, for your research and presentation.

[@allanbarton]

My pleasure 😊

[@carolinekofahl8867]

The 3 Lions - there were supposed to be 4 but you know lack of money 🤭 And yes, one can only admire the craftsmen of the time - the tools they had and the results 😊🪄👑

[@Zizumia]

I will never cry over your crown jewel videos! I think they are some of the most fascinating videos you produce! I can't wait to see more!

[@allanbarton]

Glad you like them!

[@riheg]

I almost cried from happiness😊

[@PrimaryLateralSclerosis]

We will never tire of your jewel videos.

[@allanbarton]

Glad you’re enjoying them ☺️

[@jovanweismiller7114]

A small correction. Norway remained in personal union with Sweden until 1905, when they declared independence under the House of Schleswig-Holstein-Sonderburg-Glücksburg. It is Sweden that is ruled by the House of Bernadotte.

[@allanbarton]

Thanks for the correction, I did indeed say Norway at one point when I meant Sweden!

[@louisechristinelarsen2248]

Thank you for the great detail and work that goes into every one of your videos. The crown of Christian V is the official logo of the Danish state even after 1849. The transfer to democracy in 1849 was deliberately kept very calm and quiet and so the crown was the perfect symbol of business as always, even if it was not. Thank you for your courage to try on our strange language.

[@allanbarton]

Thanks very much for filling out the picture. Glad you are enjoying my channel!

[@MelG-ut3hs]

The crowns show such superb craftsmanship. Another interesting video. Thanks.

[@woodrushwoodrush7076]

In contrast with the British regalia, I was surprised how, in 2011, the Danish regalia could be be viewed in such a relaxed manner, and at such close proximity at Rosenborg Castle. While these amazing items were in glass cabinets in an underground vault, one could be just centimetres away from them and stay as long as necessary to study them. Photography too was allowed back then!

[@FrederikEngelmand]

different time.... Europe wont return to that level of trust

[@tobiasagdrupdrager5583]

@@FrederikEngelmand The Crown Jewels are still at display at Rosenborg Castle. You can also get a tour of the rest of the castle. Very interesting tour. It is also located next to the barracks of the Royal Guard and Guardsmen guard Rosenborg Castle (Although just in a normal uniform). I have stood guard at Rosenborg many times during my time in the Guard.

[@mettejensen5140]

Greetings from Copenhagen, your videos are simply the best 🙏🏻

[@allanbarton]

Thank you very much!

[@knutanderswik7562]

Thank you, great video! The -et in Rigsrådet is the definite article so you could say "Rigsrådet" or "the Rigsråd", the i is more of an English long e and the å (also written as "aa") is more of a long o but Danish pronunciation is kind of scuffed so you don't want to make a meal of it , just kind of mumble and it will come out right.

[@allanbarton]

Thank you very much for taking the time to let me know, much appreciated.

[@troelspeterroland6998]

I think you are doing great with the vowels. Danish spelling is apparently the second most difficult in Europe after English. In this word the g is actually silent and the d is pronounced like the th in 'then'.

[@julzy3]

The thrones are the most beautiful I have yet seen. The throne made of Narwhal tusks is bonkers. Your content never disappoints. Thank you.🦄

[@allanbarton]

Glad you enjoyed this ☺️

[@Jack-qu3nx]

Your channel is so amazing!

[@allanbarton]

Thank you very much!

[@neddoucet7779]

Simply superb as always. Thanks!

[@allanbarton]

Thank you very much, glad you enjoyed it!

[@Keraulonus]

I can never get enough of these videos, as well!!

[@allanbarton]

Glad you’re enjoying them!

[@johnwhitehead4446]

Another fascinating and informative video and beautifully illustrated. I think it is much to be regretted that the tradition of the coronation was abandoned in 1848 - it could surely have been revised to reflect the new constitution

[@stepps511]

Allan, your enthrusiasm for the various "regalia" of European monarchies is catching. One is never (ever) enough! Thank you!

[@allanbarton]

Glad you’re enjoying these videos!

[@jmiluminado]

Fascinating! Another great video from this channel!

[@allanbarton]

Thanks very much, glad you enjoyed it!

[@annettewillis2797]

You are a crown jewels and regalia man Allan. Always immensely interesting, detailed and thorough. Such superb craftmanship and layers of history. And the royal names Frederik and Christian which continue to this day. Many thanks as always!

[@allanbarton]

Glad you’re enjoying these videos ☺️

[@helgaborek3290]

Thank you so much for the video! It would be very interesting to see more on crown jewels of other countries.

[@richardewan2593]

Fascinating video Allan, some of the jewels are spectacular especially those with enamels Also a very interesting history of the Danish monarchy, I knew that at one point Norway and Sweden were joined but not that both previously came under Danish rule.

[@timallardyce1216]

I got to see these jewels when I visited Copenhagen in 2017. I really recommend seeing them! They are at Rosenberg Castle in the basement

[@allanbarton]

Thanks for sharing this!

[@RoyalTravelEvents]

And there are also Jewels there which are still be worn by the danish Queen of the Day. An Emerald Parure, a ddmi parure with rubies and pearls and 2 sets with diamonds. they can however be only worn in Denmark and not be taken abroad

[@bessofhardwick9311]

Fascinating as usual. Thanks.

[@allanbarton]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@joshuafess4295]

The Danish Crown Jewels I always thought were more beautiful then the British counterparts no offense to anyone, might a suggest a video series covering the history of the Crown Jewels from other European dynasties? Germany 🇩🇪 Sweden 🇸🇪 Russia 🇷🇺 Spain 🇪🇸 Portugal 🇵🇹 and many others 👑

[@StevenJeNova]

For being at war, on an off, for about 350 years it's seemingly a minor miracle that Swedes and Danes can even talk to each other. 😅 Well no, just kidding. We buy each other beers & laugh nowadays, if Denmark & Sweden compete in Football or Icehockey. Not a problem.

[@pheart2381]

That was lovely,thanks.

[@allanbarton]

Glad you enjoyed it ☺️

[@Metronoma1]

Hello. Dane here! 👋 Very nice video🙂 thank you! I have a fun fact about the three silver lions from Rosenborg! Did you know, that there are a set of copy’s of them in the Victoria and Albert museum in London? 🙂 I was told by the Rosenborg museum in Cph, that the London Copy’s were made around 1885 because of the Royal Connections of Crown princess Alexandra and also because the V&A collected casts of famous sculptures. The Copy’s in london are made of guilted copper they told me. I saw the copy’s in the V&A once and was like, what are they doing here in London? And then i wrote to the Rosenborg museum and got the answer from them☺️

[@riheg]

Danish guy here, your pronunciation was certainly good enough although the rigsråd & rigsrådet (the “et” ending equals “the”) would be the correct grammar, but that’s a tiny detail. Video much appreciated, and I would encourage anyone who is interested to go see the Crown jewels in person, it’s really worth the trip, and the sword collection is also spectacular

[@allanbarton]

Thank you, and glad you appreciated the video!

[@okiejammer2736]

Delightful! 😊 Thank you.

[@allanbarton]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jilltagmorris]

Fascinating. Great video as ALWAYS ❤😊❤

[@allanbarton]

Thanks very much ☺️

[@davidpescod7573]

An absolutely fascinating video of the Danish Crown Jewels together with the briefest of glimpses into Danish history. Many thanks, Allan, for the research, time and effort you put into making such interesting historical videos

[@allanbarton]

Glad you enjoyed it ☺️

[@judycater2832]

If I cry, it will only be with delight! These videos give great information on topics I might not otherwise learn about. ❤

[@allanbarton]

Glad you’re enjoying them!

[@PaulFellows3430]

I'm in agreement with the others. I never get bored when I'm learning about history and I find crown jewels fascinating. Maybe you could make a video about the Austro-Hungarian crown jewels at some point?

[@nexttsar]

I think you confused Norway with Sweden. During the Napoleonic Wars, Sweden elected Marshal Bernadotte as king. Norway was still part of Sweden then, and was not really an independent state until it separated from Sweden in 1905 and elected a prince of Denmark to be King Haakon VII.

[@klausolekristiansen2960]

Bernadotte was king of Sweden and Norway. They were formally different countries, but in practise there was considerable cooperation.

[@allanbarton]

Absolutely right, I did indeed say ‘Norway’ at one point when I meant ‘Sweden’, thanks for the correction 😅.

[@nexttsar]

@@allanbarton This is a very interesting youtube channel

[@larsrons7937]

With a small but interesting prelude: Timeline, Napoleonic wars: - 1808, French Marshall Bernadotte with his army of Napoleonic Spanish and the Danish army glances over Öresund sound (controlled by the British navy), wondering if he somehow can capture Sweden. - 1810, August, King Karl XIII has no heir, and Marshall Bernadotte is chosen and elected heir to the Swedish throne. - 1810, November, Bernadotte is adopted by King Karl XIII under the name of Karl Johan. - 1814, January, Treaty of Kiel. The kingdom of Norway is transferred from the Danish to the Swedish king. Norway tries to break free as a sovereign state but fails and in November 1814 enters a personal union with Sweden with Sweden's King Karl XIII as King Karl II of Norway. - 1814, Jean-Baptiste Bernadotte is made heir to the throne of Norway too. Timeline, post-Napoleonic wars: - 1818, February, King Karl XIII and Bernadotte follows as King Karl XIV Johan of Sweden (crowned in May) and as Karl III of Norway (crowned in September). - - - - - In a way Bernadotte did succeed in capturing Sweden and Norway too, but not by military means and with no relation to France and Denmark. An extraordinary success story. And the beginning of the current Swedish royal dynasty. Long live the King!

[@charissachubb5758]

I'm watching your programmes now to try to help me recover from a dreadful cold. I must say that your programmes and your voice are jewels, Mr Barton. So much accurate information delivered in such a calm, clear way. Absolutely one of the best channels on KZbin! 🏆🥇

[@GBTCO2b]

Those silver lions, at Rosenborg, really are something. I seem to remember quite a long queue, to see them. But as it wended its way through very nice gardens, it didn't really matter.

[@send2wj]

Thank you for again a wonderful video. Maybe you could do a video on the House of Oldenburg. That could be really interesting.

[@braeden5875]

Thanks Allan as always for the incredible content! Can we please get an update on the video covering the Crown Jewels of the French Empire?

[@orsino88]

Allan, I have been sending fellow historian friends your way, and they have been dazzled.

[@allanbarton]

Thank you very much for that!

[@michaelryan4759]

It's such a shame that they don't still have a coronation and use the regalia.

[@EllenCFarmGirl]

Enjoyed!❤

[@PoulsenBlog]

As a Dane, I must say you were very close to pronouncing the word Rigsrådet correctly :)

[@allanbarton]

Thank you 😅

[@PoulsenBlog]

@@allanbarton np :)

[@christinesuccop1812]

This regalia is exquisite. Always love a video about jewels ❤👑

[@allanbarton]

Glad you enjoyed it ☺️

[@christopherwiles9097]

These are truly beautiful as I saw them on a visit to Copenhagen and the throne lions are a sight to see.

[@maryloumawson6006]

I loved this video! Impressive research and video of the Danish Regalia. But I have to confess I was hoping you'd cover the question of how the Greek and Danish monarchies became associated. I've always wondered about the late Duke of Edinburgh's former designation as a Prince of Greece and Denmark. Thank you again for another great video!

[@esc1963]

In 1862 King Otto of Greece was deposed. And in 1863 the 17 year old Prince Vilhelm of Denmark. The second son and third child of King Christian IX of Denmark was elected as the new king of Greece under the name George I. Since then all children of greek kings became princes or princesses of both Greece and Denmark.

[@maryloumawson6006]

@@esc1963 Thank you

[@HarboeCitronvand]

Great video. It was interesting to see a video on my own country’s regalia. Please make more of these types of videos in the future

[@jakobraahauge7299]

Rigsrådet // Reese-Rr'O'eth(e)d Reese-roath-ed 😅 Being from Denmark I absolutely love the subject of this video, but to be frank I was drawn in by your name! I wonder if You're related to Alex Barton who used to join in on Skye Storme's KZbin livestreams? If You are, please send our beloved Alex the kindest regards from Denmark with love! Good night, sleep tight, sweet dreams 🌬️🍬💙, and wake up beautifully with lots of love all the way from Denmark 😙❤️🤗

[@Wattoo76]

I saw the Crown Jewels at Rosenborg castel last year and it well worth the money

[@steffhess3627]

Rigsrådet is pronunsed as risrået yes the g and d is silent and å sounds like a noblemans laughter åhåhåhåhåhhå

[@allanbarton]

Thank you very much - I looked in vain to find how to pronounce it. Much appreciated.

[@steffhess3627]

@@allanbarton np and if you need anny other help just ask^^ and you should look into frederik the 6th who with noblemen forced his insane father to be deposed

[@Raevnard]

Without busting out the IPA, I concur that this is probably the most accurate way to describe it. Safe to say, Danish is not easy 😂

[@yellowlabrador]

and then there are the Irish crown jewels. stolen then never seen again

[@robnewman6101]

God Bless The Danish Royal Family. 🙏🤲➕️👑🇩🇰👨‍👩‍👧‍👦👋🏰🌹💐♥️😊🛡🐎

[@daedubois9428]

I love these Regalia videos.❤

[@allanbarton]

Glad you’re enjoying them!

[@kathykuecker]

Christian I didn't look too happy about his kingship.

[@trenoweth]

Thanks!

[@allanbarton]

You’re very welcome, thanks for your support!

[@educanassa100]

Amazing video

[@allanbarton]

Thanks!

[@SafetySpooon]

Have to disagree with you about the thrones; the Queen's looks dainty & delicate next to the narwhal edifice that is the King's throne. The "canopy/pediment" may be over-the-top (not just literally), but that's just one detail!

[@natesquestyouknowthatsrigh8269]

Very interesting 👑

[@allanbarton]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@webrarian]

Just wondering, Allan - and I'm sure others have asked, too - where did you get that nice mug from? The one that looks as if it has the Morris strawberry leaf pattern, but doesn't. It looks remarkably like a yellow one I had from Dunelm which I managed to break. Great video, as ever.

[@mikecooper5604]

can you please do a video Burial Vault of the Spanish Royal Family

[@michaelryan4759]

I think it's all wonderful! Restore the Monarchies! It's what God chose for His people.

[@Mikkel-of-Lolland.]

I have seen the crowns in person in Rosenborg palæ, but the island of Lolland is more beautiful.

[@davisd_ambly4067]

So what of the Norwegian Crown jewels - only used once I gather.

[@allanbarton]

I’ll have to do a video on those as well Davis.

[@MegaMesozoic]

@@allanbarton King Haakon and Queen Maud (formerly Princess Maud of England, daughter of Edward VII) were crowned in 1905, so there must be crowns somewhere!

[@daedubois9428]

I can't wait!​@@allanbarton

[@TyrSkyFatherOfTheGods]

Wot?! They have silver lions and a narwhal throne? WE need silver lions and a narwhal throne!

[@allanbarton]

😆

[@FruSalling]

As a danish speaker, you can not say "the rigsrådet" The et in the end of the word, is the same as the in english.

[@jesperlarsen6864]

Your right - you absolutely butchered “rigsrådet”😝 but for sure you would be understood 🤗👍🏻 You can omit the “g” when pronouncing the word - the “råd” sound 🤔 well that just difficult for any non Dane🤗 Thanks for a very interesting video

[@edithengel2284]

Do you know if Danish monarchs rented the gems for their crowns when need arose, as the English monarchs did until (I think) Queen Victoria? Thank you for the very informative video!

[@christinaj.jensen4805]

There was a controversy about King Christian the IV pawning the crown at one point. He had basically ran the country into State bankruptcy. But no. The gems were never rented.

[@mammasut8280]

As a Dane I just want to say I can't help you with the pronunciation of the word ' Rigsrådet' since I don't know how to teach anybody how to make a flat d...... I don't even know how the heck I learned it 😅

[@GnarfSlein]

Danish Gs and Ds not in the beginning of a word are often soft, so the Gs often soynd like Js and Ds like soft Th. Rigsrådet is thus pronounced more like Rijsråthēt the -et suffix denotes the definite form of the word Rigsråd, the indefinite form, and is rather unaccentuated, like the pronounciation of the english word "the"

[@AnkfordPlays]

As for your pronunciation of Rigsrådet you got incredibly close, you just needed to pronunce the d softly

[@GoldenZalamander]

ah ja, gorm den gamle og knud den anden, dont forget Harald blåtand, or Harald bluetooth, that made us danes christians instead of vikings, he played the biggest role in making sure monarchy was able to take root and be established in denmark, and yes you are butchering rigsrådet, its way more fluent than how you pronounced it but it wasnt that bad at all

[@Oldefar]

I guess a British person, would have more ease pronouncing 'Rigsrådet' as "Rhys-rodded". Pretty sure that word is impossible to not butcher, even for our Scandinavian brothers and sisters. Sorry..

[@oliv73911]

Rigsrådet is pronounced like this : -ˌʁɔˀð

[@joshuafess4295]

The Danish Crown Jewels I always thought were more beautiful then the British counterparts no offense to anyone, might a suggest a video series covering the history of the Crown Jewels from other European dynasties? Germany 🇩🇪 Sweden 🇸🇪 Russia 🇷🇺 Spain 🇪🇸 Portugal 🇵🇹 and many others 👑

[@allanbarton]

They are beautiful. I’m gradually working through the European regalia- France, Holy Roman Empire done already.

[@joshuafess4295]

@@allanbarton oh goody! Can’t wait long your content so fascinating!! And I’ll definitely check Out the ones you listed too! Thank you so much 🥂👑