2. The Fate Stone
Donn by: N/A
Been in possession since: 498
Estimated worth: incalculable
Despite its unassuming appearance, this oblong block of red sandstone is an invaluable piece of Scottish history. For hundreds of years, Scottish kings have been crowned with the Stone of Destiny, also called the Stone of Scone. This stone has been used since the late 400s, if not before.
The Stone of Destiny on Pinterest/GritandPolish
The Stone’s past is the subject of numerous myths and stories. There are also claims that the Stone of Destiny is ancient. The Stone was eventually returned to its proper location in 1996 during a handover ceremony on St. Andrew’s Day, despite the British holding it for a long time.
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