Description
Information about the family history and the coat of arms
Family history
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Family history Earl of Strathearn
Earl of Strathearn
Between the Highlands and the Perth Plain lies Strathearn, the valley of the River Earn. Here, an indigenous dynasty already existed in the early 12th century, whose chief was initially referred to as a Mormaer and later as an Earl. The first Earl to be recorded in written documents was Malise, who appears around 1115. His successors made Strathearn one of Scotland's most prestigious ancient counties.
Earl Gilbert, who lived until 1223, left the family a visible legacy: together with his son Malise, he founded the Augustinian abbey of Inchaffray around 1200. It became a spiritual center, a burial place, and an important partner in the development of the land. The Earls promoted churches and settlements, married into leading houses, and thus intertwined Gaelic traditions with the courtly world of the medieval Kingdom.
During the Scottish Wars of Independence, the Earls known as the Malise had to navigate between shifting powers. Malise VII eventually found himself with Robert the Bruce and in 1320 was one of the great Scottish lords who confirmed the independence of their country with the Declaration of Arbroath. His successor temporarily united Strathearn with Caithness and also brought the family into the North Atlantic region.
In 1357 Robert Stewart, the future King Robert II, received the county. With his accession to the throne in 1371, Strathearn became associated with the crown; in the same year he bestowed the title on his son David. Through his daughter Euphemia, the inheritance passed to the Grahams. Their son Malise Graham became Earl of Menteith in 1427, while Strathearn once again came under royal administration.
The traditional name remained alive, however. British princes later bore it in several titles, including Queen Victoria's son Arthur. In 2011, Queen Elizabeth II bestowed the title of Earl of Strathearn on Prince William on the occasion of his wedding. Today, the name once again connects landscape, royalty, and more than nine centuries of Scottish history.
Sources: The Royal Family, Historic Environment Scotland, The Scots Peerage, University of St Andrews
Coat of arms & Heraldry
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Family coat of arms Earl of Strathearn
This Coat of arms follows the old Earls of Strathearn: two red beams in the golden field.
In gold, two red bars stacked on top of each other. Above the crest and helmet is a growing red lion with a silver sword; the covers are red-golden, accompanied by palm fronds and Celtic braiding.
The two bars are preserved on seals and in Scottish heraldry as symbols of the early Mormaers and Earls of Strathearn.
Sources: Scottish Armorial Seals, The Scots Peerage, Inchaffray Charters, Heraldry Society of Scotland
Overview of your title package
What the title of nobility contains
Discover the fascination of historical noble titles. With each appointment, you receive a first-class package that perfectly combines tradition, personal recognition, and stylish representation:
Your certificate
Authentic design with a historic flair: For each region, we create a certificate of appointment in the distinctive, country-specific style – complete with the appropriate coat of arms of your chosen title.
Share this special moment: Upon request, you will receive a free partner certificate and certificates for your children, so that the whole family can participate in the tradition.
Your own coat of arms
Each title comes with the corresponding historical coat of arms, which you receive as a high-resolution file. You can use it completely freely in private and professional contexts – whether on letterhead, business cards, or seals.
The Companion Book
The book „My Title“ takes you in detail into the multifaceted world of your new aristocratic title and offers valuable practical tips for everyday life, stylish guidance, and background information on history.
Our accessories
Golden ID Card
Crafted from premium aluminum in business card format, the gold ID Card makes your title look stylish and mobile.
Gold coins
Fine gold and silver-plated medallions combine coats of arms, names and titles in a glossy, unique design.
Emblem stamp
The self-inking stamp quickly, cleanly and precisely transfers your personal emblem onto letterhead paper.
My own wine
Choose fine red or white wine with an elegant, personalized label for a stylish look.
Wappen Gläser
The masterfully engraved wine glasses display their coat of arms, name and title in stunning brilliance.
Precision pliers
The elegant embossing pliers embellishes letterheads or documents with a tactile, colourless relief embossing.
Honorary membership
Membership of the Noble Society Institute enriches your title with another dimension of exclusive representation. Validated by a magnificent certificate in your name, with no ongoing fees or obligations.
