Overview

The Honours of Scotland tells the turbulent story of the Honours - Scotland's crown jewels - and the equally dramatic tale of the Stone of Destiny. Over the centuries, Scotland's monarchy experienced relentless conflict and shifts in power. But throughout all of the struggles, there remained one stalwart reminder of the authority of the monarchy: the Honours of Scotland. For centuries, these priceless objects were entangled in the intrigues of Scottish noble and royal families. Hidden, stolen, mended, remade - and now taking pride of place on display in Edinburgh Castle - their survival depended on the brave actions of many Scots. Existing at the crossroads of myth and tradition, ceremony and legitimacy, the Honours and the Stone of Destiny transcended the sway of individual kings and queens to become proud symbols of Scottish identity and power.

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9781849172752

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'beautifully-produced and presented . . . The book sets out to present the story of the Honours of Scotland to a popular audience . . . and it does it very well' * Undiscovered Scotland * 'a concise but detailed account . . . Intriguing and informative' * Scottish Field *

'a concise but detailed account . . . Intriguing and informative' * Scottish Field * 'beautifully-produced and presented . . . The book sets out to present the story of the Honours of Scotland to a popular audience . . . and it does it very well' * Undiscovered Scotland *

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Chris Tabraham is an archaeologist and historian. He worked for Historic Scotland for 40 years, first as Principal Inspector of Ancient Monuments and retiring as Principal Historian in 2010.

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