Baton, of a Messenger at Arms

This wooden baton of a Messenger at Arms, an officers of the law courts, dates from the 18th century. It is attached to a silver badge with the Royal Arms pre-1801.

Wooden baton of a Messenger at Arms, with silver mounting at each end, one engraved and the other a silver badge with the Royal Arms pre-1801

After the Treaty of Union of 1707, the Court of Session and the College of Justice remained within Scotland, and were allowed to retain their pre-Union authority and privileges.

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Online ID:	000-100-001-444-C
Image Rights Holder:	National Museums Scotland
Project:	0098: National Museums Scotland Project description \| View all records in project
Ref:	National Museums Scotland H.NC 357
Date:	18th century Arms pre - 1801
Material:	Wood, silver. Inscription: Obverse: Royal Arms
Dimensions:	Baton 135 mm L x 12 mm D; medal or badge 40 mm H x 35 mm W
What:	Baton, messenger at arms'
Subject:	Badges and insignia (NMAS Classification)
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