King Charles respected the scottish traditions during his visit to Caithness.
King Charles visited Northern Skontland. Aop
The most accurate royal fans may have noticed a particular detail in King Charles’s dress.
Recently, Charles, 76, represented in Caithness in Northern Skotola. In early 2024, the king, which received a cancer diagnosis, attended the event with a smiling and dressed in tartan.
When the king represents a full traditional outfit, he also carries a small dagger. On top of the kind, a leather bag hanging from the waist, ie a knife placed along the sporra and knitted knee socks can pay attention to.
From time to time, King Charles is seen in the traditional outfit. Aop
A little dagger is seen in King Charles outfit in a traditional style Placed on the right sock. The knife blade is enclosed and the top of the handle rests against the bare leg visible.
SGIAN-DUBH OR SKENE-DHU in English literally means a black knife. The knife handle has traditionally been dark and easily “hidden”.
Initially, this knife was carried under the armpit, but nowadays the location of Sgian-Dubh is well established in the sock. The knife is mainly used as a ceremonial part of the traditional outfit and is not usually used for other purposes. Carrying such a knife as part of a traditional suit is legal in the UK.
SGIAN-DUBH is mentioned, for example In the guidelines of Edinburgh Airport. The airport points out that unfortunately, a cultural -traditional object cannot be transported in hand luggage or as part of the flight during flights. The Sgian-Dubh is advised to place in the body so that it would not be confiscated during the security check.
Charles Sgian-Dubh is placed in a traditional style on the sock. Aop