Scone Collection

Crown of Scotland
The Crown of Scotland, last used at the coronation of Charles II at Scone in 1651, now in the Crown Room at Edinburgh Castle

Edward I removing the Stone of Scone
King Edward I of England removing the legendary " stone of destiny" from Scone in Scotland

The Coronation Chair with the Stone of Scone
The Coronation Chair, Westminster Abbey, London. The stone below the seat is the infamous Stone of Scone. Historically, the artifact was kept at the now-ruined Scone Abbey in Scone, near Perth

Coronation 1937 - The Anointing
The Anointing Ceremony during the Coronation of King George VI, which precedes the crowning. Illustration shows King George VI having taking his Robe with its Cape of ermine off

Cream tea at the Castle by the Sea Tearoom, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Walter Reed Hospital Bazaar, between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Walter Reed Hospital Bazaar, between 1910 and 1920. [Fundraising event: women with table of scones, teapot, slices of lemon, urn for hot water etc

Royal Cornwall Museum staff enjoy afternoon tea at the Royal Cornwall Show, Royal Cornwall Showground, Whitecross
The Royal Cornwall Museums Individual Gifts Manager and Director enjoy afternoon tea following the Princes Countryside Parade at the Royal Cornwall Show

Malaysia, Pahang, Cameron Highlands, Tanah Rata, Cameron Valley Tea Estate, Cameron Valley Tea House, Afternoon Tea with tea and scones

King Robert the Bruce is crowned as King of Scotland by Isabella MacDuff, The Countess of Buchan at the Abbey at Scone. 1306

CORONATION LEGEND
The Legend of the Coronation Stone. Jacob sleeping on the Stone at Bethel. Edward I dedicating the Stone to the Confessor. The wanderings of the Stone. A Westminster scholar's freak in 1801

The Coronation chair in which all sovereigns of England have been crowned since the days of Edward I, showing
2915362 The Coronation chair in which all sovereigns of England have been crowned since the days of Edward I, showing, beneath the seat, the famous Stone of Scone

King Edward's Chair or The Coronation Chair
Vintage engraving of King Edward's Chair, sometimes known as St Edward's Chair or The Coronation Chair, is the throne on which the British monarch sits for the coronation

The Faro Caudill family eating dinner in their dugout, Pie Town, New Mexico, 1940. Creator: Russell Lee
The Faro Caudill family eating dinner in their dugout, Pie Town, New Mexico

Scone Ridden By T.Quinn Doncaster Lincoln Festival Doncaster, Doncaster Racecourse 08 May 2001 Date: 08 May 2001

The Exhibition at Westminster Hall (engraving)
1624966 The Exhibition at Westminster Hall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Exhibition at Westminster Hall)

The Stone of Scone in the Coronation Chair (coloured engraving)
603583 The Stone of Scone in the Coronation Chair (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Bringing the coronation stone from Scone (colour litho)
3091432 Bringing the coronation stone from Scone (colour litho) by Bacon, John Henry Frederick (1868-1914) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bringing the coronation stone from Scone)

Interesting antiquities in Westminster Abbey (engraving)
603648 Interesting antiquities in Westminster Abbey (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Interesting antiquities in Westminster Abbey, London)

Marchioness of Lansdowne presents cup to Harris St. John
The Marchioness of Lansdowne presenting the Col. John McKie Memorial Challenge Cup to Jajor E. D. Harris-St.John, who won the race at the Perth Hunt meeting, Scone Palace on Rough Proof. Date: 1950

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Margaret, Maid of Norway, crowned
Margaret, Maid of Norway, (1283-1290) is believed to have been crowned on the stone of Scone which was later incorporated into the Coronation Chair on the instructions of Edward I. Date: 13th century

Crowning of Bruce (engraving)
1616933 Crowning of Bruce (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Crowning of Bruce. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 25 March 1843)

Edward I removing the Stone from Scone (engraving)
727026 Edward I removing the Stone from Scone (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edward I removing the Stone from Scone)

Coronation Chair in Westminster Abbey (engraving)
666284 Coronation Chair in Westminster Abbey (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coronation Chair in Westminster Abbey)

The Royal Poet at the coronation of King Alexander III of Scotland, Scone, 1249 (colour litho)
5208327 The Royal Poet at the coronation of King Alexander III of Scotland, Scone, 1249 (colour litho) by Skelton, J. R. (1888-1924); Private Collection; (add.info)

Crowning of Charles II at Scone (engraving)
662680 Crowning of Charles II at Scone (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Crowning of Charles II at Scone)

The Queens Tour (engraving)
1586977 The Queens Tour (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Queens Tour. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 3 September 1842)

Palace of Scone, 1842. Creator: Unknown
Palace of Scone, 1842. Stately home near Perth, Scotland. From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol I

Stone of Scone
The Stone of Scone in its former position beneath the Coronation Chair in Westminster Abbey, London; it has subsequently been returned to Scotland Date: circa 1845

Coronation Chair, Westminster Abbey
The Coronation Chair at Westminster Abbey. Date: c1825

Perth and Kinross PH2 6 Map
Postcode Sector Map of Perth and Kinross PH2 6

John Knox (1514-1572) in the Abbey of Scone (1559)
John Knox (1514 - 1572), Scottish religious reformer and founder of the Presbyterian churches, preventing the destruction of the Abbey of Scone, the Scottish coronation church (1559)

Information board, David Douglas Memorial, Scone, Perth and Kinross, Scotland. Born in Scone, Douglas (1799-1834) was a Scottish botanist who undertook a plant-finding expedition in the Pacific

David Douglas Memorial, Scone, Perth and Kinross, Scotland. Born in Scone, Douglas (1799-1834) was a Scottish botanist who undertook a plant-finding expedition in the Pacific Northwest of North

Dunsinnane and Scone, c1812. Artist:s Leith
Dunsinnane and Scone, c1812. From Scenery of the Highlands and Islands of Scotland, by Lieut. Colonel W. Murray. [D. Morisson, Junr. & Co, Scotland, c1812]

Cream tea at Hudsons in the City Plaza, Birmingham

Coronation Chair
The Coronation Chair, also known as King Edwards Chair, in Westminster Abbey, London, shortly before the coronation of King George V

The Crowning Of Charles Ii At Scone, Scotland In 1651. Charles Ii 1630 To 1685. King Of England, Scotland And Ireland. From The Book Short History Of The English People By J.R

The Legend Of The Egyptian Origin Of The Stone Of Scone, On Which All British Sovereigns, Save Queen Mary, Have Been Crowned Since The Time Of Edward I. From The Illustrated London News, 1910

Coronation Souvenir Postcard - King George VI and Queen Elizabeth - 12th May 1937. Date: 1937

The Village, Scone, Perthshire
The Village, Scone, Perth, Perthshire, Scotland. Date: 1906

St Edwards Chair - Coronation Chair
The Coronation Chair of Great Britain, otherwise known as St. Edwards Chair or King Edwards Chair, used for the crowning of British monarchs

Five girls with tea tray in a garden
Five girls with a tea tray in a garden on a summers day. A badminton net is set up on the lawn in the background. Date: circa 1920s

Palace Gate, Scone Palace 1837
Market Cross and Palace Gate, Scone Palace, Perthshire, Scotland 1837 Date: 1837

Table set for a breakfast meal. Credit as: Don Paulson / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont(RF)

Coronation Chair, with the Royal Stone from Scone

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Loyalty: Catherine Douglas Barring the Door, at Scone; a Falconer

SCONE PALACE, PERTH, UK. Scone Palace is a Category A listed historic house at Scone, Perthshire, Scotland. It was constructed (by recasting a 16th century palace)

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"Scone: A Royal Delight Fit for a King or Queen" Indulge in the regal history of Scotland with a scone, which holds more than just its delicious taste. Known as the "Crown of Scotland, " this humble pastry has witnessed centuries of royal ceremonies and traditions. One such event was Edward I's removal of the Stone of Scone, an ancient symbol of Scottish sovereignty. This stone found its place in the Coronation Chair, where it still rests today during coronations. Imagine being anointed on this historic seat during the momentous Coronation ceremony in 1937. For a delightful treat closer to home, enjoy cream tea at The Castle by the Sea Tearoom in Scarborough, North Yorkshire. As you savor your scones amidst picturesque surroundings, let yourself be transported back to Europe's rich culinary heritage. Legend has it that these delectable pastries were enjoyed even by royalty themselves. In fact, staff from the Royal Cornwall Museum took time out to relish afternoon tea at the Royal Cornwall Showground while celebrating their local culture and traditions. Traveling further afield? Make sure to visit Cameron Valley Tea Estate nestled amidst Malaysia's stunning Pahang region within Cameron Highlands' Tanah Rata village. Here you can experience firsthand how tea is cultivated and brewed before pairing it with warm scones for an unforgettable gastronomic adventure. As you bite into each crumbly delight, remember that beneath every sovereign's seat since Edward I lies the famous Stone of Scone—a testament to both tradition and continuity throughout England's history. Whether enjoying high tea like King George VI or exploring quaint villages like Scone in Perthshire—where Scottish heritage thrives—scones remain an enduring symbol of indulgence fit for kings and queens alike. So take a moment to appreciate these timeless treats that have stood witness to countless coronations and celebrations throughout history.