0 a decorated stick that is carried by a queen or king during some official ceremonies as a symbol of their authority --
1 a decorated stick that is carried by a queen or king as a symbol of authority, esp. at official ceremonies --
In addition, the crown and scepters are decorated with ribbons of white, and mounted on a silver plate with a tall rest.
She was depicted in art with olive branches, a cornucopia and a scepter.
It also has pierced ears, earrings, and many finger rings in addition to the scepter it carries.
He is a close-range fighter armed with a cobra-like scepter and is cunning in battle.
Staves and scepters representing the deceased's office in life were often present as well.
This was an official bauble or scepter, which had a pouch filled with air, sand, or peas attached as well.
A scepter is a sign of authority and sovereignty.
Coggins (1988) notes multiple manifestations of deities are represented on manikin scepters and that they all imply divine lineage and the continuity and legitimacy of rulership.
