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Jennifer Newton

Scottish Coronation: Stone of Destiny's role and wild attempt to steal it back

The historic Stone of Destiny played a key role in King Charles' Coronation at Westminster Abbey - and the rarely seen, highly significant artefact will be back on show today.

It will be in St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh today when the King is presented with the Honours of Scotland – the country's crown jewels – at a service of thanksgiving and dedication held in his honour.

Two months ago, it was controversially moved from its home in Edinburgh Castle to London in a military-style operation for Charles and Camilla's crowning - but it almost didn't happen as it was once the target of an elaborate heist.

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