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The Stone of Destiny

Condition Assessment, Scientific Analysis and Digital Documentation 2023

The text Stone of Destiny Condition Assessment, Scientific Analysis and Digital Documentation 2023 and an image of the Stone of Destiny sitting on a wooden platform

This report presents the work of three HES teams:

  • a condition assessment carried out by specialist stone conservators.
  • a scientific investigation by specialist heritage scientists.
  • 3D digitisation undertaken by digital documentation specialists.

It outlines the discoveries made by these new investigations, why such measures are important for the future of the Stone, and the essential role of modern technology in conserving Scotland’s heritage.

This introduction was adapted from the 2024 Statement of Significance for the Stone of Destiny.

  • Audiences:

    Researchers, Conservation and Heritage Enthusiasts, Museum professionals
  • Date Published:

    28 November 2024
  • Publisher:

    Historic Environment Scotland
  • Publication Types:

    Research and Study Report
  • Author(s):

    Dr Callum Graham, Reed Hudson, David Vacas Madrid, Olga Marzantowicz, Colin Muir, Dr Marueen Young

  • Format(s):

  • Language:

    English
  • Subjects:

    History, Scotland

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