Young

Young

Clan Young, a descriptive name for a son, synonymous with “Younger.” Sir Peter Young (1544–1628) was tutor to James VI and later Almoner, enjoying great royal favour. His son became ambassador to Sweden. Through Irish land grants, the name spread across Ulster. Descendants married into prominent families. Brigadier Peter Young, a descendant, was a decorated soldier and military historian, awarded the Military Cross three times. He founded the Sealed Knot Society (1968) for Civil War studies. A clan of tutors, ambassadors, and modern military historians.

Size 5cm by 6cm / 1 3/4″ by 2 1/4″”. 100% lead-free pewter.

About the Young Clan Crest Cap Badge

A traditional Scottish clan crest cap badge featuring the Young crest, designed as a finishing detail for Highland headwear.

Key details

Young clan crest design
100% lead-free pewter
Approximately 5cm × 6cm (1 3/4in × 2 1/4in)
Traditional Highland dress accessory

Gaelic Themes price-list code: C-CB

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