Brewer's: Queen of Hearts

Elizabeth, daughter of James I. This unfortunate Queen of Bohemia was so called in the Low Countries, from her amiable character and engaging manners, even in her lowest estate. (1596-1662.)

Source: Dictionary of Phrase and Fable, E. Cobham Brewer, 1894
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