Court of the Lord Lyon

The Court of the Lord Lyon is a Scottish governmental body responsible for regulating heraldry, coats of arms, and noble titles in Scotland. It ensures that each armorial bearing is unique and properly granted, maintaining the integrity of Scottish heraldic traditions. The Court also authenticates the use of titles and operates under Scottish law. Led by the Lord Lyon, it blends historical customs with modern legal authority to oversee noble and heraldic matters, playing a key role in preserving Scotland’s cultural heritage related to nobility and heraldry.