Lord Kinfauns - Patent of Nobility (Ireland, Scotland, UK)

Ennoblement flows from the grant of rank conferred by the Crown upon the grantee and successors, as specified in its royal charter—and, at an earlier period, gave rights in relation to Parliament.

This succession document is a patent of nobility, conferring and bestowing The Right Honourable The Earl of Moray’s right and entitlement to the name, title, style, baronial hereditary honour, and dignity of the Lordship of Kinfauns in favour of nominated heir Fergus Christopher Commane—hereinafter recognised as The Much Hounoured Lord Kinfauns or Fergus, 26th Lord Kinfauns—confirming his status in Scots law within a UK legal framework, and verified genealogy in Burke's Peerage.

This legal instrument refers to the granting in 1487 of the Lordship of Kinfauns by King James III of Scots, as recorded in the Great Seal, and reaffirmed in 1608 Crown Charter by King James I in his capacity as King of Ireland. The earl bestowed the honour, marking the restoration of Newhall Estate and the installation of a legacy there, reflecting commitments to heritage preservation and charitable endeavours, and affirms that his entitlement has not been infeft outside of his predecessors.

This ancient title is one of several dignities merged with the prestigious Earldom of Moray, one of the original seven earldoms of Scotland. Although this lordship was created by the King, at an earlier time the original earls could create barons. Some older titles originating in Scotland were granted with remainder to heirs and assignees.

Executed and signed by John, 21st Earl of Moray, at Darnaway Castle.