The Stone of Destiny, historically significant to the British monarchy, was examined after King Charles III's coronation revealed Roman numerals 'XXXV'. Archaeologist Professor Sally Foster postulates that the stone is actually composed of 35 parts, with 34 created from the original sandstone after it was stolen in 1950. These markings could have been made by Robert 'Bertie' Gray, who repaired the stone in 1951. The ongoing search for the remaining fragments adds to the stone's rich history and cultural significance.
Professor Sally Foster believes the Stone of Destiny has 35 pieces, with 34 small fragments stemming from the original after its theft in 1950.
The Roman numerals 'XXXV' found on the stone suggest that there are 35 pieces in total, which includes the original stone and 34 fragments.
Bertie Gray, who managed the stone's repair in 1951, likely inscribed the Roman numeral to mark the restoration, reflecting his sense of humor.
There’s an ongoing search for the 30 missing fragments of the Stone of Destiny, adding to the historical intrigue surrounding this royal symbol.
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