The Crown of Scotland 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.
Crown of Scotland
The Crown of Scotland at the Opening Ceremony of the Scottish Parliament in July 2011, being held by the Duke of Hamilton.
Crest of the (historic) Royal Arms of Scotland and of the Royal Arms of the UK used in Scotland; the lion of the King of Scots atop the Crown of Scotland, bearing the Honours of Scotland. Motto: IN DEFENS
Police Scotland vehicle decal showing a stylised version of the Royal Badge of Scotland: A thistle surmounted by the Crown of Scotland
The Honours of Scotland, informally known as the Scottish Crown Jewels, are the regalia that were worn by Scottish monarchs at their coronation. Kept in the Crown Room in Edinburgh Castle, they date from the 15th and 16th centuries, and are the oldest surviving set of crown jewels in the British Isles.
The Crown of Scotland at the Royal Opening of the Scottish Parliament in 2011
James IV with his regalia in 1507. Tableau at Edinburgh Castle.
Saving the Honours from Oliver Cromwell. Tableau at Edinburgh Castle.
Rediscovering the Honours in 1818. Tableau at Edinburgh Castle.
