The phrase "small crown" refers to someone's position of authority or importance being not very significant or powerful.
Sentences with «small crown»
After the shrimp was cooked, I added one small crown of broccoli and one bunch of broccoli rabe (well chopped). (erinbrighton.com)
Then I added my layered bangles for a little glam and Erica created small crown braids to create the look of a romantic half up look. (looksforlovelies.com)
Ma Reine (my queen), which has an impressive crown chandelier and whose tables are decorated with smaller crowns. (thetravelmagazine.net)