Ceremonial baton (7)

I believe the answer is:

sceptre

(Other definitions for sceptre that I've seen before include "Official staff" , "Monarch's ceremonial staff" , "Staff of regency" , "Respect (anag) -- symbol of ruler's authority" , "Royal symbol" .)

I've seen this clue in The Telegraph.

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