Stone Of Destiny Departure Ceremony At Edinburgh Castle

EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - MARCH 14: Pipers and musicians from The Royal Scots Dragoon Guards play during the Beating Retreat ceremony on the Esplanade of Edinburgh Castle to mark the transfer of the Stone of Destiny, which is moving to Perth Museum later this month on March 14, 2024 in Edinburgh, Scotland. The Stone of Destiny, a historical emblem of Scotland's monarchy that functioned as the sacred seat for the coronation of Scottish kings, will be moving to Perth Museum later this month. Seized by Edward I in the 13th century and subsequently repatriated by four Scottish students after 700 years, this iconic sandstone block had played a pivotal role in the inauguration ceremonies of Scottish monarchs for centuries. (Photo by Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)