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If you want to be a monarch, you need three things: ultimate power over your domain, a brilliant gold crown to impress the peasantry, and the best seat in the palace. The idea of giving the most important person in a given space a special place to sit is near-universal. Many ancient civilizations placed their rulers, priests and gods on thrones. They became so synonymous with royalty that “the throne” is a byword for monarchy itself. Let’s take a closer look at 10 fabulous royal thrones from history. I’ve selected this list based on their fame, historic importance, beauty, and their fascinating stories. They span the globe and history. So find a comfortable seat, as we examine where ancient and modern monarchs rested their behinds.
1. Throne of Knossos, 1400s BCE
2. Golden Throne of Tutankhamun, 1323 BCE
3. Throne of Charlemagne, 790s
4. Chair of Saint Peter, 875
5. St. Edward’s Chair, 1296
6. Throne of Montezuma, 1507
7. Peacock Throne of the Mugal Empire, 1635
8. Coronation Chair of Denmark, 1662
9. Golden Stool of the Asante, 1701
10. Chrysanthemum Throne of Japan, 1912
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