A historic document that helped build the foundations of modern Aberdeen will go on display in the city to celebrate 700 years since its signing.
The Stocket Charter – signed by King Robert the Bruce – will go on show at a free talk today in the Cowdray Hall, Schoolhill, Aberdeen, at 7.30pm.
Many Aberdonians and visitors to the city will be familiar with the modern version of the ‘Stocket Charter’ which can be seen outside Marischal College where it is held aloft by the statue of King Robert the Bruce.
The original document underwent conservation work earlier this year and is held at the Town House by Aberdeen City & Aberdeenshire Archives.
Written in Latin, and proclaimed at Berwick-Upon-Tweed, the charter was addressed to the “burgesses and community of our burgh of Aberdeen” by King Robert on December 10, 1319, and is one of the pivotal documents in the city’s history.
It will be the focus of a talk by city archivist Phil Astley and professor Steve Boardman of Edinburgh University.
Stocket Charter to be displayed on 700th anniversary
