Our Coronets: A Crown Fit for the Queen City

The coronets of the Cincinnati Sisters, Abbey of the Immaculate 4-Way, are a proud nod to the rich Art Deco history and architectural elegance of our beloved Queen City. Inspired by Cincinnati’s nickname, our coronets take the shape of a tiara—a symbol of regal strength and the city’s unique character.

A Tribute to Cincinnati’s Architecture

Our coronets are divided into three distinct sections, each representing a piece of Cincinnati’s architectural heritage:

• Top Section: This section is inspired by Cincinnati’s modern skyline, specifically the iconic Great American Tower—lovingly referred to as our “giant space penis” because of its unique design, crowned with a tiara-like structure.

• Middle Section: The vibrant red band that divides the top and bottom sections pays homage to Cincinnati’s deep connection to the color red, seen in our city’s flag, the University of Cincinnati, and, of course, our beloved Cincinnati Reds baseball team.

• Bottom Section: A nod to Cincinnati’s Art Deco past, this section draws from the timeless elegance of the city’s older buildings, like the Union Terminal, famously known to comic geeks as the Hall of Justice.

Personal Touches and Unique Brooches

Each Sister’s coronet features a personal brooch that sits at the center, resembling the facade of the clock on Union Terminal. This brooch is a deeply personal object, reflecting something special to the Sister who wears it, making each coronet as unique as the Sister herself.

Our coronets are not just crowns—they are a celebration of Cincinnati’s history, our community, and the individual spirit of each Sister in our Abbey.