Eric II of Norway
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Eric Magnusson was king of Norway from 1280 until 1299.
Kong Eirik Magnusson PI IX 1
Kong Eirik Magnusson PI IX 2
Margaret, Maid of Norway
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Margaret, known as the Maid of Norway, was the queen-designate of Scotland from 1286 until her death. As she was never inaugurated, her status as monarch is uncertain and has been debated by historian
Eric II of Norway
…In 1281, Eric married Margaret of Scotland, daughter of King Alexander III of Scotland. Margaret died two years later in childbirth, giving birth to Margaret, Maid of Norway, who was recognised as heir to the Scottish throne. The young queen died in 1290 while travelling to Scotland, and her death sparked the disputed…
The Great Seal of Scotland used by the government of the realm after the death of King Alexander III
Lerwick Town Hall stained glass window depicting "Margaret, Queen of Scotland and daughter of Norway"