The Profiles IV - Lord Lyon King of Arms
The Profiles IV – Lord Lyon King of Arms By Lance Sergeant David G Griffiths 86 This article is intended to be an introduction to the Lord Lyon King of Arms, for those who are new to heraldry, as opposed to a more in-depth history of his office. For those already "in the know", I hope you enjoy it for your own interest. The Lord Lyon King of Arms holds a unique place in the world of heraldry, perhaps even more unique than his counterparts south of the border. Where in England, Garter and the two provincial Kings of Arms – Clarenceux and Norroy & Ulster – have powers to grant new arms, under the warrant of the Earl Marshal, in Scotland that authority lies with the Lord Lyon, delegated from the Sovereign. In addition to the granting of arms, the Lord Lyon concerns himself with state ceremonial in Scotland, in the same way the Earl Marshal does for England, and with confirming pedigrees, recognising clan chiefs, and presiding as judge over disputes that vary ...
