Quote Originally Posted by Harold Cannon View Post
They were usually used for a retainer. Someone who provided a service for the chief, like a herald, artist, or something along those lines. I think it would be nice if a chief had members of his clan who were maybe craftsmen or things of that nature for the clan to give them something like this as recognition of service. Just as a whim I think I may design one for my clan and see how it turns out.
Piipriker is referring to a chain of office or livery colllar, like the one worn by Lord Lyon, Lord Mayors, Masters of Masonic Lodges, etc.

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