Originally Posted by
Me cousin Jack
Tattoos of a chiefs “coat of arms” would be one example bad taste, were you not the chief or a close family member. I’ve seen some in the internet, and I highly doubt they are all Chiefs. Crests are another story.
I assume you mean clanman's badge when you say crest; the Chief's crest encircled in a strap and buckle, bearing the Chief's slogan or motto.
As to 'close' family member, that would also be wrong. Unless the Chief, this would still be usurped arms, according to the Laws of Arms in Scotland.
Unless one plans to use a clanmans badge, or their own marticulated arms, it's best to avoid crests you do not own.
Frank
Drink to the fame of it -- The Tartan!
Murdoch Maclean
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