The National Records of Scotland reports that “Mary Queen of Scots (1542-1587) had the thistle’s image incorporated into the Great Seal of Scotland, making it a national symbol for longevity.” ...

Scotland's First Minister Humza Yousaf was in attendance in his capacity as the Keeper of the Great Seal of Scotland. Historic Environment Scotland (HES), who care for the stone, worked with ...

On the roof of the parliament building in Edinburgh, a million bees spread across 15 hives not only create honey every year but also the wax used to fill the Great Seal of Scotland which seals ...

The King has approved a new sovereign seal which depicts him seated on a throne. The Great Seal of the Realm is used to signify royal approval by including it on official state documents.