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(Princess) Ekateriné Dadiani was a prominent 19th-century Georgian aristocrat who served as the last ruling princess of the Principality of Mingrelia in Western Georgia. She acted as regent during her son's minority from 1853 to 1857 and was known for her strong resistance against Ottoman influence. Ekateriné played a crucial role in maintaining the autonomy of her principality and was a central figure in Georgian high society, wielding significant influence and prestige both domestically and internationally.