Opinion of Clarencieux King of Arms on the Arms of the Isle of Man, 1735

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Name
Opinion of Clarencieux King of Arms on the Arms of the Isle of Man, 1735
Description
A heraldic opinion by Sir John Vanbrugh (Clarencieux King of Arms) on the rightful arms of the Isle of Man upon James, Duke of Atholl's accession to sovereignty in 1735. The document traces the heraldic history of Man from 1475, examining seals, patents, and the arms borne by various lords and kings, including discussion of the ship seal, the three-legged emblem, and the Stanley family's quarterings.
Date
1 February 1735
Place
Westminster
Isle of Man
England
Ireland
Scotland
France
Collection
The Trading Era
Type
Legal Opinion
Date Created
1735-02-01
Creator
Sir John Vanbrugh, Clarencieux King of Arms
Audience
James, Duke of Atholl (implicit recipient regarding his accession)
Identifier
ADD. MSS.; Pat. 15 E. 4, p. 2, m. 24 (Tower record); Duchy of Lancaster Office Box 27
Language
English