English Armorial plate with lion crest.
Painted with the MAITLAND crest.
John Maitland, first Duke of Maitland, used his canny skills to influence
Charles II and essentially ruled Scotland himself,  as First Minister.
The Duke has the rights to bear the Scottish Saltire for the Sovereign.
Apple green border with gilded gadrooned edge.
Probably made for Jmes, 8th Earl of Lauderdale.
SEAT: THIRLESTANE CASTLE, Lauder, Scotland.
Measures approx 9 Inches wide.
Perfect condition. Minute wear to green enamel.