Boyd

Boyd

Clan Boyd of south‑west Scotland may take their name from Gaelic buidhe (“fair”) or from the Isle of Bute (Bhòid). Sir Robert Boyd fought for Bruce at Bannockburn (1314) and received Kilmarnock, where Dean Castle still stands. The family rose to become regents and earls, but a rapid fall came in 1469: Lord Boyd fled to England; his brother was executed. Restored under Queen Mary, a Boyd fought at Langside (1568). The fourth Earl of Kilmarnock was beheaded after Culloden (1746). The titles were forfeit but later revived. In 1941, a descendant resumed the Boyd name and barony. Boyds are now found across the globe.

Length 9cm

About the Boyd Clan Crest Kilt Pin

A traditional kilt pin featuring the Boyd clan crest, designed as a distinctive finishing detail for Highland dress.

Key details

Boyd clan crest design
Approximately 9cm long
Traditional Highland dress accessory
Genuine Gaelic Themes product photograph shown

Gaelic Themes price-list code: C-KP

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