What does tiara symbolize?

The term tiara, in its original form, describes the high-peaked head decoration worn by Persian kings. ... Emblems of victory, signs of virginity, or symbols of sufferance, like the crown of thorns placed on the head of Jesus Christ, were to play a part in the formation of religion, literature, and legends.

Throughout history, men and women of status have adorned their foreheads with various kinds of crowns and tiaras, which symbolized social superiority and power.

In our today’s more relaxed society one don’t have to be a royalty to be crowned.

The difference between crown and tiara. A crown is always a full circle, while tiara is only semi-circular.