Robertson Clan Victorian Bonnet Badge
Robertson Clan Victorian Bonnet Badge
1880 Robertson Clan Victorian Bonnet Badge
Unhallmarked silver - The badge tests positive for silver
Clan Donnachaidh (Scottish Gaelic: Clann Donnchaidh, also known as Clan Robertson, is a Scottish clan. Alexander Robertson, 13th chief, led 500 men of Clan Donnachaidh in support of the Earl of Mar at the Battle of Sheriffmuir in 1715. He was captured, but later rescued and he took refuge in France. General Wade's report on the Highlands in 1724, estimated the clan strength at 800 men. The fighting force of Clan Donnachaidh was estimated at 700 men in 1745.
MOTTO - Virtutis gloria merces - Glory is the recompense of valour
BLAZON - An Arm Erect The Hand Holding An Imperial Crown Ppr.
SOURCE - Fairbairn's Book of Crests, 1905 ed.
Size. Approx. 48mm x 54mm
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