Alexander I of Poland (Alexander Jagellon 1461-1501): Coronation of Alexander at Cracow (1501) by Archbishop Gnesen. On altar behind the bishop is the chalice from which communion will be taken during the service. Three keepers of regalia hold Orb., Sword and Sceptre, symbols of kingship. From illuminated manuscript in Czartoryski Library, Cracow

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Alexander I of Poland (Alexander Jagellon 1461-1501): Coronation of Alexander at Cracow (1501) by Archbishop Gnesen. On altar behind the bishop is the chalice from which communion will be taken during the service. Three keepers of regalia hold Orb., Sword and Sceptre, symbols of kingship. From illuminated manuscript in Czartoryski Library, Cracow

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