Honours of Scotland - Wikipedia
The Honours of Scotland (Scots: Honours o Scotland, [2] Scottish Gaelic: Seudan a' Chrùin Albannaich), [3] informally known as the Scottish Crown Jewels, are the regalia that were worn by Scottish monarchs at their coronation.
Honours of Scotland - Edinburgh Castle
The Honours of Scotland, on display in the Crown Room, are the oldest Crown jewels in Britain. Made of gold, silver and precious gems, the priceless crown, sceptre and sword of state are objects of immense significance.
The 'Honours' of Scotland and the Scottish Crown Jewels
First of all they were hidden to stop them falling into English hands. Then, following the Treaty of Union in 1707, the ancient crown jewels of Scotland disappeared for a century. Rumours circulated that the English had removed them to London. However it was one of Scotland’s most celebrated literary sons who rediscovered them…
The fascinating history of the ‘Scottish Crown Jewels’ used in King ...
Jul 5, 2023 · The Honours of Scotland are informally known as the Scottish Crown Jewels. Made of gold, silver and precious gems, they date from the 15th and 16th centuries, and were first used together at the coronation of the nine-month-old Mary, Queen of Scots in 1543, and continued to be used until Charles II in 1651.
Crown Jewels of Scotland & The Stone of Destiny | VisitScotland
Find out all you need to know about Scotland's crown jewels and the Stone of Destiny. Including where to visit them, honours of Scotland and more.
The Honours of Scotland - The Royal Family
The Honours of Scotland are the oldest regalia in the British Isles. The crown, the sword and sceptre date from the late fifteenth and early sixteenth century, during the reigns of James IV and James V, the grandfather and father of Mary Queen of Scots.
Crown of Scotland - Wikipedia
The Crown of Scotland (Scots: Croun o Scotland, Scottish Gaelic: Crùn na h-Alba) is the centrepiece of the Honours of Scotland. It is the crown that was used at the coronation of the monarchs of Scotland, and it is the oldest surviving crown in the British Isles and among the oldest in Europe.
The Compelling Story of the Scottish Crown Jewels - Owlcation
Sep 22, 2023 · The crown jewels kept in London are world-famous, but did you know that Scotland has its own set of regalia normally referred to as the Honours of Scotland? These are some of the oldest crown jewels in the UK, and their story is one of survival against the odds.
The Crown of Scotland: A History of Craft and Care
Jan 23, 2024 · From November 2022 to November 2023, the Honours Conservation Project has sought to research, analyse, and conserve the Honours of Scotland. These are Scotland’s crown jewels, and the Crown, Sceptre, and Sword of State are displayed at Edinburgh Castle.
Honours of Scotland: What are the Scottish Crown Jewels?
Jun 21, 2023 · The Honours of Scotland, often referred to as the Scottish Crown Jewels, are an extremely important part of the country's heritage. The collection of valuable artefacts was worn by Scottish monarchs including Mary, Queen of Scots and Charles II (who was also King of England) at their coronations.