ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Hoop crown

Okay kiddo, have you ever seen a king or queen on TV or in a book wearing a fancy gold or silver crown on their head? A hoop crown is kind of like that, but instead of being round and pointy, it's a bit like a hoop that goes around your head.

Imagine you have a big circle made out of some fancy metal, like gold or silver. This circle is called a hoop, and it's really important because it fits perfectly on top of someone's head, like a hat. Then, on top of the hoop, there are lots of little decorations, like diamonds, rubies, and other shiny gems. These decorations make the hoop crown look super fancy and valuable.

Sometimes, the hoop crown even has little spikes sticking up out of it, like a fence on top of a castle. These spikes make the crown look even more impressive, and show that the person wearing the crown is really important and powerful.

People have been wearing hoop crowns for centuries, and they're still used today for important events, like weddings and coronations. So, if you ever see someone wearing a hoop crown, you'll know that they're really special!
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