Worn by many, yet it brought misfortune to most. What royal adornment is said to have caused the downfall of its bearers?
Category: History · Difficulty: hard
Hint: Think of royal treasures that have seen many monarchs, but not all ended well.
Answer
The Crown Jewels of England
Explanation
The Crown Jewels of England have been associated with several monarchs whose reigns ended in tragedy or controversy.
This is a hard history riddle — a tricky one that takes a little thought. The answer is The Crown Jewels of England.
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