The historic Stone of Destiny is to be moved from Edinburgh Castle for the Coronation of King Charles.
An integral part of the royal ceremony, the stone is a symbol of monarchy both north and south of the border.
Now held in the Crown Room of the castle, the red sandstone weighing 152kg, which is also known as the Stone of Scone will be transported by a team of experts once the date of the Coronation is known.
Historic Environment Scotland (HES), which manages the castle, will arrange for it to be taken to Westminster Abbey.