The office was first mentioned in a diplomatic mission from Scotland to England in 1401.

The office was probably instituted on the creation of Robert Stewart, son of King Robert II, as Duke of Albany, on 28 April 1398.

The badge of office is A saltire Argent enfiled of a coronet of four fleurs-de-lys (one and two halves visible) Or ensigned of the Crown of Scotland Proper.

[1] The office is currently held by Sir Crispin Agnew of Lochnaw.

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