The State Funeral and Heraldry of Mary Queen of Scots
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This is a past event
Evening Lecture in association with Society of Antiquaries of Scotland
Royal Heraldry was a statement of territorial claim and marriage. Mary’s use of the Royal Arms of England caused a severe diplomatic row. A various armorials were produced during and after her reign, especially by the Hamilton family as next in line to the throne. Following her execution Mary was given a state funeral by the guilt conscious Queen Elizabeth for which detailed accounts survive.
Free – no booking required.
- Speaker
- John Malden
- Hosted by
- University of Aberdeen Museums and Special Collections
- Venue
- Regent Lecture Theatre
- Contact
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University of Aberdeen Museums and Special Collections
The Sir Duncan Rice Library
Bedford Road
AB24 3AA
E: scc.events@abdn.ac.uk
T: 01224 274354