The British monarchy employs two scepters in its regalia, each carrying profound symbolic meaning. The Royal Scepter, also known as the Scepter with the Cross, features the largest cut diamond in the world, weighing 530 carats, and represents the monarch's power as the ruler of his people, serving as the Ensign of Kingly Power and Justice. The second, the Rod with the Dove, is a slender gold rod adorned with 199 diamonds, 58 rubies, ten emeralds, and four sapphires, symbolizing the king's paternal role as guardian and guide, known from earliest times as the Rod of Equity and Mercy, with the dove representing divine inspiration. During the coronation service, the archbishop places the Royal Scepter in the king's right hand and the Rod with the Dove in the king's left hand, marking the dual aspects of authority and compassion in rulership. Additionally, the concept of a scepter extends to the divine promise and future reign of Christ, where His scepter of righteousness signifies a righteous government, embodying both a shepherd's staff to guide with mercy and equity and a rod of iron to rule with absolute power and authority over the nations.