Royal Banner of Scotland
The Royal Standard of Scotland, (Scottish Gaelic: [Bratach rìoghail na h-Alba] Error: {{Lang}}: text has italic markup (help)), also known as the Banner of the King of Scots,[1] or more commonly the Lion Rampant of Scotland,[2] is the Scottish Royal Banner of Arms.[3] Used historically by the King of Scots, the Royal Standard of Scotland differs from Scotland's national flag, the Saltire, in that its correct use is restricted by an Act of the Parliament of Scotland to only a few Great Officers of State who officially represent the Sovereign in Scotland.[3] It is also used in an official capacity at royal residences in Scotland when the Sovereign is not present.[4]
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| Name | Royal Standard of Scotland Lion Rampant of Scotland Banner of the King of Scots |
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| Proportion | 5:4 |
| Adopted | Circa 1222 |
| Design | Red (Gules) lion rampant with blue (Azure) claws and tongue, within a red double border having a motif of alternating heraldic lilies, on a yellow (Or) field. |
The earliest recorded use of the Lion rampant as a royal emblem in Scotland was by Alexander II in 1222;[5] with the additional embellishment of a double border set with lilies occurring during the reign of Alexander III (1249–1286).[5] This emblem occupied the shield of the royal coat of arms of the ancient Kingdom of Scotland which, together with a royal banner displaying the same, was used by the King of Scots until the Union of the Crowns in 1603, when James VI acceded to the thrones of the Kingdom of England and Kingdom of Ireland.[6] Since 1603, the Lion rampant of Scotland has been incorporated into both the royal arms and royal banners of successive Scottish then British monarchs in order to symbolise Scotland; as can be seen today in the Royal Standard of the United Kingdom.[7] Although now officially restricted to use by representatives of the Sovereign and at royal residences, the Royal Standard of Scotland continues to be one of Scotland's most recognisable symbols.[8]
National Flag of Scotland
The Flag of Scotland, also known as the Saint Andrew's Cross or more commonly The Saltire, is the national flag of Scotland.[9] The Saltire is the correct flag for everyone to fly in order to show both their loyalty and Scottish nationality.[10] It is also, where possible, flown from Scottish Government buildings every day from 8am until sunset, with certain exceptions; for example United Kingdom National Days.[11]
Royal Banner Of Scotland Media
- Royal Banner of Scotland, Holyrood Palace.jpg
Royal Banner being flown above Holyrood Palace
Reverse of Alexander II's Great Seal, displaying the Lion rampant on saddle and shield.
- Wfm holyrood palace.jpg
The Royal Banner of Scotland flying above Holyrood Palace, Edinburgh.
- Royal Standard of the Duke of Rothesay.svg
The Standard of the Duke of Rothesay, viz the Royal Banner of Scotland defaced with a plain label of three points Azure.
- Royal Standard of the United Kingdom in Scotland.svg
The Royal Standard of the United Kingdom used in Scotland, featuring the Royal Banner of Scotland in the first and fourth quarters.
- Royal Standard of the United Kingdom.svg
The Royal Standard of the United Kingdom used outwith Scotland, featuring the Royal Banner of Scotland in the second quarter.
- Royal banners St Giles Edinburgh.jpg
The Royal Standard of the United Kingdom used in Scotland and (clockwise) those of the Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, Anne, Princess Royal (Scottish variant) and Duke of Rothesay, displayed in St Giles' Cathedral, Edinburgh.
- Royal Standard Holyrood.PNG
The Royal Standard of the United Kingdom used in Scotland, featuring the Royal Banner of Scotland in the first and fourth quarters, flying over the Palace of Holyrood House, Edinburgh.
- Buckingham Palace - Royal Standard.jpg
The Royal Standard of the United Kingdom used outside of Scotland, featuring the Royal Banner of Scotland in the second quarter, flying over Buckingham Palace, London.
References
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- ↑ "'Super regiment' badge under fire". BBC News (British Broadcasting Corporation). 2005-08-16. http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/scotland/4157274.stm. Retrieved 2009-12-09.
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