Competitors for the Crown of Scotland
When the crown of Scotland became vacant in September 1290 on the death of the seven-year-old Queen Margaret, 13 claimants to the throne came forward. Those with the most credible claims were John Balliol; Robert de Brus, 5th Lord of Annandale; John Hastings and Floris V, Count of Holland.
Great Cause family tree
Margaret, known as the Maid of Norway, was the queen-designate of Scotland from 1286 until her death. As she was never crowned, her status as monarch is uncertain and has been debated by historians.
Lerwick Town Hall stained glass window depicting "Margaret, queen of Scotland and daughter of Norway"
The Great Seal of Scotland used by the government of the realm after the death of King Alexander III