Robert Scales, 1st Baron Scales

Robert de Scales
Arms of Robert de Scales, 1st Baron Scales: Gules, six escallops argent, 3,2,1.
Died1304
Allegiance England
Battles / warsWelsh Wars, First War of Scottish Independence, France & Flanders
AwardsBarony

Lord Robert de Scales (died 1304) was a Knight Templar and loyal supporter of Edward I in his campaigns in Wales, Scotland, France and Flanders. In 1299 he, and his heirs, were bestowed with the title, Baron Scales and were henceforth known as 'Lord Scales'. He was a signatory of the Baron's Letter to Pope Boniface VIII in 1301.