Some of the most famous scepters in human history have rich backgrounds, adorned with various precious stones or used in special ceremonies and events.
Sovereign Scepter
This treasure is used in the coronation ceremony of the King or Queen of England.
The Sovereign Scepter is one of the world’s invaluable treasures. This artifact is utilized in the coronation ceremony of the King or Queen of England.
The top of the Sovereign Scepter features the Star of Africa, the largest cut diamond in the world, weighing 530 carats. This treasure was crafted in 1661. In 1910, it was redesigned to accommodate the massive diamond. In addition to the diamond, the Sovereign Scepter is adorned with various gemstones such as rubies, emeralds, and sapphires.
2500-Year-Old Gold Scepter in China
This may symbolize the power of a feudal state named Rui in ancient China.
In 2019, archaeologists unearthed a 2,500-year-old gold scepter in an ancient tomb in Shaanxi Province, northwest China.
According to experts, this gold scepter could symbolize the power of a feudal state named Rui, which existed during the Zhou Dynasty (1046 BC – 256 BC).
Expert Sun Zhanwei from the Shaanxi Archaeological Institute stated that most previously unearthed scepters were made of stone and bronze. This is the first time archaeologists have found a gold scepter in China.
Than Phra Kon Scepter
This scepter is a treasure of the King of Thailand.
The royal scepter “Than Phra Kon” is a treasure of the King of Thailand. It is one of the five treasures that appear in the coronation ceremony of the King. The other four treasures include: Phra Maha Phichai Mongkut (Great Victory Crown), Phra Saeng Khan Chai Sri (Sword of Victory), Walawichani (Royal Fan), and Chalong Phrabat Choeng Ngon (Royal Slippers).
Made from Javanese Cassia wood and gilded, the “Than Phra Kon” scepter measures 118 cm in length, symbolizing the legitimacy of the king.
