Lyon King of Arms

(ˈlaɪən)

(Government, Politics & Diplomacy) the chief herald of Scotland. Also called: Lord Lyon

[C14: archaic spelling of lion, referring to the figure on the royal shield]

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References in periodicals archive

"The main purpose of the trip is to meet with any other interested Bairds at the court of the Lord Lyon King of Arms to present our nominations for clan chief.

Baird brigade gathering to appoint new clan chief; Family: No one has held the official top post for more than 300 years

To get the new crest approved, the community council applied for permission to the Lord Lyon King of Arms, who controls heraldry in Scotland.

New coat of arms unveiled for town after two years of work

When he presented his documents to Scotland's senior genealogist, the Lord Lyon King of Arms, his claim was approved.

STOLEN VALOUR; EXCLUSIVE CALLS TO CRACK DOWN ON CONMEN Pathetic fake medal fantasist assumes identity of dead Scots war hero

Granted by the Rt Hon Lord Lyon King of Arms, Joseph John Morrow, the new coat of arms (pictured) bears one of the distinctive Kirkmadrine crosses and hook - in blue on a silver background - representing Scotland's move from paganism to Christianity.

A coat to be proud of at last; School news

The Lyon King of Arms Act 1592 states a coat of arms is reserved for people considered to be noble.

Crest fallen; Team's fans vow to fight tattoo order

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