Ste inker que

was a twisted necktie, and owed its origin to the battle of that name fought in 1692 by Marshal Luxembourg against William of Orange. When the French princes were suddenly ordered into action, hastily tying their cravats—in peaceful times an elaborate proceeding—they rushed to the charge and gained the day. In honour of this event ladies also wore their lace neckerchiefs twisted in this carele fashion. Steinkerques became the rage, and were worn in England and France by men and women for many years afterwards. The engraving represents the Grand Dauphin of France wearing a Ste inker que. IMG:6949005855195395773_fig_630.jpg: Fig. 630. Greek Stelè. IMG:6949005855195395773_fig_631.jpg: Fig. 631. Roman Stela.