Bohemian Crown Jewels – Vaults & Seven Keys Legend

Custody

The jewels are secured with a ceremonial system of seven keys, each held by a different authority. Displays are rare and draw immense crowds.

Legend

Stories insist the jewels “shine brighter” when Czech sovereignty is celebrated—poetic metaphor or folk optics?

Bottom Line

Even unseen, the jewels shape the castle’s aura—ask about current display plans.