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The enthronement ceremony of a new sultan differed significantly from European monarchs, lacking a crown. It began with the death of the previous sultan, followed by the new sultan being ceremonially girded with the Sword of Osman, symbolizing his authority. This ritual took place at the Eyüp Sultan Mosque, a sacred site, where the new sultan received historical swords, including those of the Prophet Muhammad. After the ceremony, he returned to the Topkapi Palace to receive homage from dignitaries. The process was complex and often influenced by the Janissaries, who could revolt if their demands were unmet. This ritual also influenced the enthronement of Romanian rulers during the Phanariot period, where they received symbols of power from the sultan.