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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Lothair_CrystalLothair Crystal - Wikipedia

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   The Lothair Crystal (also known as the Lothar Crystal or the Susanna Crystal) is an engraved gem from Lotharingia in northwest Europe, showing scenes of the biblical story of Susanna, dating from 855–869. The Lothair Crystal is an object in the collection of the British Museum.

   • Created: 15th century (frame), 855-869 (crystal)
   • Period/culture: Carolingian (crystal), Medieval (frame)

   • Writing: Latin

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3. www.bbc.co.uk › ahistoryoftheworld › objectsBBC - A History of the World - Object : Lothair Crystal

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   This crystal was made for Lothair II, king of the Franks. It depicts the biblical story of Susanna and the elders, in which Susanna is accused of adultery before being proved innocent by the ...

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   Jun 16, 2010 · Period: AD 855 - 869. Material: Gemstones. This crystal was made for Lothair II, king of the Franks. It depicts the biblical story of Susanna and the elders, in which Susanna is accused of ...

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6. everything.explained.today › Lothair_CrystalLothair Crystal Explained

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   The Lothair Crystal (also known as the Lothar Crystal or the Susanna Crystal) is an engraved gem from Lotharingia in northwest Europe, showing scenes of the biblical story of Susanna, dating from 855–869.

7. www.britishmuseum.org › collection › termCollections Online | British Museum

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   The Lothair Crystal | Museum number 1855,1201.5 | Cultures/periods Carolingian Medieval | Production date ...

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   Why did Lothair make a crystal?

   • This crystal was made for Lothair II, king of the Franks. It depicts the biblical story of Susanna and the elders, in which Susanna is accused of adultery before being proved innocent by the Prophet Daniel. The subject matter may reflect Lothair's own marital problems. He attempted to divorce his wife, accusing her of incest.

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   What is a Lothair Crystal?

   • The crystal is one of a small number of Carolingian engraved gems created for the circles around the court, although its form does not closely resemble any of the others. A gem with Lothair's portrait that was probably his personal seal was set a hundred years after his death into the processional Cross of Lothair in Aachen Cathedral.

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   Why did Lothar use a crystal?

   • Flint suggests that the crystal was designed in 865, when Lothar had a temporary reconciliation with his wife, to serve both as a reproach to the king for his conduct and as a charm to protect the royal couple against evil. ^ a b c d e f British Museum.

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   When was the Lothair Crystal pawned?

   • Nothing is known of the history of the Lothair Crystal prior to the 10th century. Around this time, it was pawned between a count and a canon of Rheims in exchange for a horse. The canon then denied possession of the crystal. It was later discovered to be in his possession when the canon was smoked out of the cathedral when it was set alight.

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9. www.wnyc.org › story › 179981-lothair-crystalLothair Crystal | A History of the World in 100 Objects | WNYC

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   From the inside of a harem to inside a Chinese grave, five objects shed light on the lives of the ruling elites 1200 years ago.Read more about the Lothair Crystal.

10. artsandculture.google.com › asset › lothair-crystalLothair Crystal — Google Arts & Culture

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    Details. Title: Lothair Crystal. Date Created: 855/869. Physical Dimensions: Weight: 650.00g (incl frame); Diameter: 115.00mm (crystal); Diameter: 183.00mm (incl frame); Thickness: 13.00mm....