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golden rose

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noun

Roman Catholic Church.
  1. a gold, bejeweled ornament in the form of a rose or spray of roses, blessed and presented by the pope in recognition of service to the Holy See.


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Dow is also known for her crocheting skills and has crafted items such as a golden rose to commemorate Marlie Packer's 100th cap.

From BBC Aug. 18, 2025

Note the elaborate, asymmetrical textures of the fabric, the whimsical curve of the shoulders — and that perfect golden rose, which looks as if it grew there.

From Seattle Times Jul. 9, 2023

Death's flame had touched the golden rose of love.

From The Rose of Dawn A Tale of the South Sea by John La Farge

When we had gathered as many flowers as we could carry, we strolled back to the camp to watch the sunset transmute the snowy crest of Haramok to a golden rose.

From A Holiday in the Happy Valley with Pen and Pencil by T. R. Swinburne

The golden rose thus consecrated was given to princes as a mark of the Roman Pontifs' favour.

From Folk Lore Superstitious Beliefs in the West of Scotland within This Century by James Napier

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