Regalia of the Netherlands

The regalia of the Netherlands consists of a number of items symbolising the Dutch monarch's authority and dignity.

An earlier, more modest set of regalia made of silver was commissioned by King William I in 1815.

[1] Dutch monarchs are not and have never been crowned but are instead sworn-in and inaugurated in a ceremony at the Nieuwe Kerk in Amsterdam.

Instead, the crown, sceptre, and orb are placed on what is called a credence table during the ceremony while the sword and standard are carried by different officials.

The regalia of the Netherlands consist of the following: Both sceptre and orb were made by court jeweler Meijer from The Hague.