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Roman Crowns

Grass Crown
Made from grass of the battlefield for saving an entire legion/army.

Corona Civica
State Crown
Oak leaves for saving lives and holding ground in battle.

Corona Aurea
Golden Crown for winning a battle.

Corona Vallaris
Rampart Crown (first man over the wall).

Corona Navalis
Naval Crown.

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