| Baron of Abergeldie dynastic title same family for 21 generations | |
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| Creation date | 1482[citation needed] |
| Creation | Baronage of Scotland |
| Created by | James III of Scotland |
| First holder | Sir Alexander Gordon of Midmar |
| Present holder | John Seton Howard Gordon, 21st Baron of Abergeldie |
| Status | extant |
| Seat(s) | Abergeldie Castle (sold) |
The Baron of Abergeldie is a Scottish noble title in the Baronage of Scotland, historically associated with Abergeldie Castle and the surrounding estate in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. The barony has been held by the Gordon family since its creation in 1482, making it one of the oldest family-held estates in Scotland.[2][3][4][5]
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- ^ Murdock, Meghann (29 September 2021). "11,500-acre estate for sale for first time since it was bestowed by King James". Evening Standard. Retrieved 5 September 2024.
- ^ Elgot, Jessica (4 January 2016). "Queen's neighbours at historic Scottish castle forced to flee floods". The Guardian. ISSN 0261-3077. Retrieved 5 September 2024.