The Sceptre with the Dove

The Sceptre with the Dove is a rod of gold measuring three feet seven inches in length. From the top of the mound rises a golden cross with a white enamelled dove; the eyes, beak, and feet are of gold.

In addition to other decoration, the centre of the sceptre has a band of enamels and gems, and gold openwork with coloured gems, enamels, and diamonds. The dove is typical of the Holy Ghost, who was considered especially to control the actions of Kings, and for this reason a sceptre with the dove has been constantly used by Kings from a very remote period. This sceptre is borne in the left hand of the Sovereign at the Coronation.

More Articles on the British Monarchy

• British Coronations
• The Coronation of William the Conqueror
• The Coronation of Richard I
• The Coronation of Henry III
• The Coronation of Elizabeth I
• The Coronation of Charles II
• The Coronation of Queen Victoria
• Ancient Coronation Traditions & Etiquette
• The Crown Jewels
• St. Edward's Crown
• The Imperial State Crown
• The Imperial Crown of India
• The King's Royal Sceptre
• The Sceptre with the Dove
• St. Edward's Staff
• The King's Orb
• The Ampulla
• Ceremonial Swords
• Ceremonial Bracelets
• The Coronation Ring of William IV
• The Koh-i-Noor
• The Black Prince's Ruby
• The Star of Africa
• Thomas a Becket & the Legend of the Ampulla
• Edward's Ring
• The Stone of Scone
• Westminster Abbey: The Fisherman's Vision
• The Royal State Coach
• Progressive Changes in the Coronation Services