Scepter
Emperor Pedro II of Brazil holding a scepter
A scepter is an ornamented wooden staff carried by rulers. A sceptre is used on ceremonial occasions as a symbol of sovereignty.
Scepter Media
Relief carving of Darius the Great of Persia on his throne, holding a sceptre and lotus
The Code of Hammurabi stela depicts the god Shamash holding a staff.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi installing the Sengol sceptre in the new Indian Parliament
An 1872 portrait of Emperor Pedro II of Brazil, holding the very large Imperial Sceptre and invested with other items of the Brazilian Crown Jewels
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