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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

For on a height west of the Burgh he had made a garden where, like her, he labored to produce a perfect golden rose.

From Martin Pippin in the Apple Orchard by Farjeon, Eleanor

And these," casting lengths of exquisite tissue over the boy's shoulder, "these are the mists of the dawn, David,—all silvery white and golden rose and jewelled blue.

From Round Anvil Rock A Romance by Banks, Nancy Huston

The Pope therefore sent his chamberlain Karl von Miltitz to the elector to present to him a consecrated golden rose.

From Life of Luther with several introductory and concluding chapters from general church history by Just, Gustav

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