What does the cryptic crossword clue "Crown: one on a queen, I appreciate that is round (5)" mean?

The definition is "Crown:". The wordplay uses charade, container. I (synonym of "one") + A (abbreviation of "a") + R (synonym of "queen,") + TA (synonym of "I appreciate that") [container: "round"]; definition: "Crown:" The answer is TIARA.

Crown: one on a queen, I appreciate that is round (5)

Guardian Cryptic #29134 | 26 Across | 2023-07-28 flower

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