The type of Tiara those of us who'd see ourselves as Little Princesses is derived from the Papal Tiara, a high Cap surrounded by three crowns that has a globe surrounded by a Cross signifying his authority during certain ceremonies.
Minus the globe, they are worn as a kind of adornment without indicating any specific rank by many women not least Royalty, a large collection being held by HRH Queen Elizabeth IInd of the UK and by many European Empresses, Princesses and Queens.
They general take the form of a circular or semi-circular band usually of precious metal decorated with jewels being worn as a form of adornment.
In the case of old or rare Tiaras, a copy may be made for wearing while the original is carefully stored for security or insurance reasons.
In the twentieth century they were worn by relative commoners at Balls and during the 1920's the Flappers at their parties as well as being adopted for the crowning at beauty pageants.
Many little girls love wearing them at parties as the 'Princess', something I just love.
