My New Brogues for Highland Evening Wear

**creagdhubh** · 11th February 10, 03:33 PM

Originally Posted by cajunscot

Contact our own Skretaw here on Xmarks -- he knows of a good metalsmith that made his badge.

T.

Wonderful, thanks!

**Jock Scot** · 11th February 10, 03:34 PM

Originally Posted by creagdhubh

I wear the Clan Macpherson clansman's badge. My ancestor's (who lived during the 19th-century) crest is based on the crest of the Chief of the Clan Macpherson, but is not exact, though in some cases for other armigers, it may come pretty close. The current position of the Scottish Wildcat, which is the totem and crest of Cluny Macpherson and the Clan Macpherson, is seated with one glove (arm and paw) raised. My ancestor's crest is a Scottish Wildcat-rampant-with one glove holding a dagger. I would love to find a good, Scottish metalsmith to fashion the badge for me, but I have not done so yet, that is why I wear the clansman's badge with one eagle feather-of course I don't wear the feather all of the time-only when I deem it appropriate, suitable, and practical (mainly at games, gatherings, and clan meetings-AGM's-and in Scotland). I hope I clarified my privilege of being armigerous to everyone. I am not breaking any sort of Scottish Law, as I have done the research and have followed the proper procedures to a tee!

Ian Grant of Edinburgh (easily Googled) is a fine silver engraver and specializes, amongst other things, in clan badges.

**creagdhubh** · 11th February 10, 03:40 PM

Originally Posted by piperdbh

That sounds like quite a kit. I'm looking forward to the pictures!

Cheers!

**creagdhubh** · 11th February 10, 03:42 PM

Originally Posted by Jock Scot

Ian Grant of Edinburgh (easily Googled) is a fine silver engraver and specializes, amongst other things, in clan badges.

Thanks Jock. I have yet to begun the actual process of researching metalsmiths for my badge, yet thanks to you and others on XMTS, I have wonderful places to start!

**creagdhubh** · 11th February 10, 03:46 PM

Originally Posted by mull

Since it has come up, I wonder about wearing a golden eagle feather in the US, where the possesion/ownership of such an item is restricted. Is there an allowance for this type of use?

Back on subject, The outfit as described sounds wonderful and look forward to the pics.

Yes there is an allowance, if you are a Scottish Armiger and your arms are registered with the Lyon Court. Thanks! I'll get the pics up as soon as I can!

**Chas** · 11th February 10, 03:49 PM

Originally Posted by creagdhubh

Because I am a Scottish Armiger and matriculated arms from the Court of the Lord Lyon about a year and half ago. I petitioned for the arms of a direct male ancestor, provided the legal documentation to the Court oin Edinburgh, paid a hefty price, waited a while, and was eventually granted the arms. That is why I have the privilege of wearing one eagle feather.

Thanks for that Kyle. It is really good to see people following the rules.

Regards

Chas

**mull** · 11th February 10, 03:56 PM

Not to belabor the subject, but I am not refering to rules of heraldry. I am referencing the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, which very strickly defines who in the US can posses an eagle feather.
If you are aware, and make an informed choice to do what you want, it matters not to me what you choose. I would just not want someone to unknowingly make a decision that could have consequences. I won't bring it up again, and apolligize to those who are already tired of the subject.
Joe

**creagdhubh** · 11th February 10, 04:10 PM

Originally Posted by mull

Not to belabor the subject, but I am not refering to rules of heraldry. I am referencing the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, which very strickly defines who in the US can posses an eagle feather.
If you are aware, and make an informed choice to do what you want, it matters not to me what you choose. I would just not want someone to unknowingly make a decision that could have consequences. I won't bring it up again, and apolligize to those who are already tired of the subject.
Joe

Okay, no need to get snippy Joe, we are all mates here, well at least I hope! My golden eagle feather was given to me by another armiger (see photo below-the armiger is obviously wearing his eagle feather-his name is Sandy Macpherson of Edinburgh) within the Clan Macpherson ranks during our 2008 international AGM, once I was granted arms of course. I had no control over where it was purchased or acquired, and was not aware of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. I shall look into that. Perhaps I may require a license to wear my eagle feather just like some animal mask sporrans in Scotland?

**mull** · 11th February 10, 04:22 PM

Please, there is no snippery on my side at all. I love the photos and insight you have added here in the last days. My only intention was as stated, to help someone avoid an unintended error.

I look forward to more of your great photos.

In friendship,
Joe

**creagdhubh** · 11th February 10, 04:28 PM

Originally Posted by mull

Please, there is no snippery on my side at all. I love the photos and insight you have added here in the last days. My only intention was as stated, to help someone avoid an unintended error.

I look forward to more of your great photos.

In friendship,
Joe

Point understood and I thank you for your friendship. Let us continue to enjoy one's company on XMTS! I did not intent to "stir the pot." I am, of course, of Highland descent, so I may be tempermental at times! LOL!

Cheers my good man,