{
  "id": 1279244,
  "title": "Kelantan royal crown goes on public display for first time",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/16/kelantan-royal-crown-goes-on-public-display-for-first-time",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-16T13:25:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/news/regional/2026/08/1512535/kelantan-royal-crown-goes-public-display-first-time"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "KOTA BARU: The Kelantan royal crown, a centuries-old symbol of the Kelantan Sultanate, is set to go on public display for the first time at the Heritage Weapons Festival. The 21-day event, kicking off today at Istana Balai Besar, showcases rare royal regalia alongside traditional weapons, manuscripts, and artifacts. The crown, crafted during the reign of Sultan Ismail Ibni Almarhum Sultan Muhammad IV, is a testament to the state's royal history, featuring 473 diamonds, 52 emeralds, rubies, and a royal blue velvet lining. Sultan Muhammad V's consent allowed the crown's public unveiling, offering visitors an unprecedented opportunity to witness its intricate craftsmanship and cultural significance. Organisers anticipate around 50,000 visitors, surpassing last year's record of 42,000.",
  "summary": "KOTA BARU: A centuries-old symbol of Kelantan's royalty is stepping into the public spotlight for the first time, with the Kelantan royal crown going on display at the Heritage Weapons Festival here.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}