Nicola Benedetti and The Honours of Scotland Ensemble performed Peter ... Made of gold, silver and precious gems, they are the oldest crown jewels in Britain and comprise the priceless crown ...
During this period, the Scottish Crown Jewels, known as the Honours of Scotland, were safeguarded at the Castle. In 1715, George Keith, the 10th Earl Marischal, was a pivotal figure in the ...
Charles II even visited Dunnottar in July 1650, and his presence in Scotland prompted Oliver Cromwell to invade the country. During this period, the Scottish Crown Jewels, known as the Honours of ...
All stand as they are able for the procession of the Honours of Scotland The Elizabeth Sword borne by Dame Katherine Grainger DBE The Sceptre borne by Lady Dorrian, Lord Justice Clerk The Crown ...
were preceded by a procession of the Royal Honours of Scotland, otherwise known as the Scottish crown jewels – the oldest in Britain - escorted by a Guard of Honour of youngsters representing 12 ...
Inside its stone walls (which survived a World War I bombing), some of the attractions available for visitors to view are the Honours of Scotland (the oldest crown jewels in Britain), St. Margaret ...
The Stone of Destiny and the Honours of Scotland (Scottish Crown Jewels) are kept there. The castle provides breathtaking city views and an in-depth look at Scotland's turbulent past, complete ...