The Clan Broun

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Arms: Gules, a chevron between three fleur de lis Or
Crest: A lion rampant, holding in the dexter paw a fleur de lis
Tartans: Clan Broun of Coulston, Clan Brown of Castle Dean, Clan Brown Military Watch, Clan Brown Dress Watch
Mottos: Floreat magestas (Let majesty flourish)

The name Broun, interchangeable with Brown, is very common in Scotland and is of more than one origin. The name became prominent in East Lothian in the early twelfth century when Sir David Le Burn attended the laying of the foundation of the Abbey of Holyrood House in 1128.

The Brouns of Colstoun,claim descent from the Royal House of France. They bear on their shield, the three fleur-de-lys of the French Monarchy. The Brouns of Colstoun also claim descent from George Broun who in 1543 married Jean Hay second daughter of Lord Yester, ancestor of the Marquess of Tweeddale.

Patrick Broun of Colstoun was created a Baronet of Nova Scotia in 1686, the title to be passed on to his male heirs. On his death he left only a daughter who inherited his possessions while the title went to the Male branch of the family. Members of a younger branch of Broun of Colstoun settled in Elsinore, Denmark where they became prominent merchants; the name is still found there today.

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