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Thomas Randolph marble plaque

Commemorative plaque

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This marble commemorative plaque records: Near this spot stood till the early part of the nineteenth century the house in which there died on 20th July 1332 Thomas Randolph, Earl of Moray, Regent of Scotland. According to tradition the motto "Honestas" adopted by the burgh is derived from the tribute paid to the citizens for their care of the dying regent by Donald, Earl of Mar, his successor in the regency.

From the Open Plaques record 74126

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