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| Raven on Perch Carl Fabergé, 1900 Onyx, Agate, Diamonds, Gold The Royal Collection |
It refers to the ravens which have been traditionally kept at the Tower of London. The first recorded reference to the Tower ravens occurred in 1883 in “The Pictorial World.” At any given point, there are six ravens in residence at the tower. It is said that should they leave, the empire will fall. This is prevented by keeping their wings clipped. The ravens are happy enough, however, being cared for by the Yeoman Warders.
This figure was a favorite of Edward VII and Queen Alexandra during their reign. With its sparkling diamond eyes, it seems quite wise indeed. Perhaps it knows that the future of the empire rests on its feathery shoulders.
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| Crown Copyright The Royal Collection via The Royal Collection Trust Images Courtesy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II |
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