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On these pages we present a variety of home and office accents and unique gift items reminiscent of the days of Tsarist Russia: from elegant, double-headed eagle lapel pins, brooches, and key rings to faux Faberge eggs and figures, stemware, books, and photographic reproductions of Tsar Nicholas II, Tsarina Alexandra, Tsarevich Alexei and the Grand Duchesses Olga, Tatiana, Maria and Anastasia. Click on any image to browse! |
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The Russian double headed eagle, also
known as the Coat of Arms of Imperial Russia and the Romanov family crest, was
adopted in the 15th century, when Russia became the "Third Rome." The
two heads represent the dual sovereignty of the Tsar, both secular and
religious. The image of St. George slaying the dragon, an ancient symbol
of Russia, was combined with the double headed eagle of the Byzantine
Empire to create the arms.
The Russian Double Headed Eagle (an elaborately embellished variation) Read more. |
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