 Theheraldic badge of Orkney Herald of Arms | |
| Heraldic tradition | Gallo-British |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | Scotland |
| Governing body | Court of the Lord Lyon |
Orkney Herald of Arms is aScottishherald of arms in theCourt of the Lord Lyon.[1]
The title is locative in origin, from theOrkney Isles or the creation of theEarls of Orkney. It was probably created in late period.[2]
Thebadge of office isTwo dragons’ heads erased and addorsed their necks entwined Or breathing flames of fire Gules all ensigned of the Crown of Scotland Proper.[3]
The office was last held bySir Malcolm Innes of Edingight, the formerLord Lyon King of Arms. He was appointed to this post on 9 February 2001. The office became vacant upon his death in September 2020.[4]
| Arms | Name | Date of appointment | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adam MacCulloch | 1571 | [5] | |
 | Sir Malcolm Innes of Edingight (Office used in Extraordinary) | 2001–2020 | [4] |
| Vacant | 2020–Present |
| King of Arms |  | |
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