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Here's a novelty gift idea that's bound to impress your family, friends and associates! Make their dreams come true, and have them become a Laird and Lady of their own Scottish Highland domain! Fans and historians of Braveheart, William Wallace, Rob Roy, Robert the Bruce will be pleased to become part of the magic and mystery of Scotland.

A very unique personalized gift that will make a lasting impression of the receiver and their friends is a formal title. Become a Laird of the land of Scotland. A Laird is the Scottish pronunciation of Lord. Impress your friends as you become known as Lord or Lady and travel in style. Even our children can be know as Laird or Lady.

Your friends - as a novelty gift idea - can put their title on visitor cards, their coat of arms and even the letterhead on their office stationaty. Think about getting a card from the office of Laird Peter of Jura, or Lady Joanna of Jura Estates in Scotland: they will personally own land on the fantastic Isle of Jura, near the west coast of Scotland. They will also be able to proudly wear a sporran and tartan kilt, and show their pride in their Scots heritage.

Imagine how excited your friends will be after they become a Laird and Lady of Scotland. Instead of feeling like an outsider at a Highland Games festival full of the skirl of bagpipes and the colors of dancers clad in tartans, they will feel a part of the rich heritage. This feeling will be extended during their visits to the Scottish cities of Edinburgh, Paisley, Glasgow, and Dundee.

Bringing stories to life is the novelty gift idea that is part of the Scottish Highland spirit. Pouring a wee dram of Scotch Malt Whisky, which was distilled only a mile away from their own Scottish estate, they sit back in their den full of Caledonian memorabilia while watching a historical drama about the history of Scotland. The drama contains scenes from the tragic reign of Mary, Queen of Scots, the battle of Culloden, and the struggle of Bonnie Prince Charlie.

Although most of us think of "Auld Lang Syne" as a song for only New Year's Eve, those of Scottish descent sing it year round at the end of special occasions such as Rabbie Burns Day which they celebrate on January 25. To feel closer to their roots and display the pride of their heritage, they can also fly the blue and white Scottish flag bearing a St. Andrew's Cross.

If you are looking for a novelty gift idea, consider giving land in Scotland. This present comes with a real title that is sure to provide years of enjoyment. It will even provide a legacy that will treasured by generations of descendants of the recipients, who will then be a Laird and/or Lady. Scotland is a spectacular land where the sun shines on heather, forests, mountains, Locks (lakes), and Bens (hills). Make the recipients family name forever part of Scotland's nobility!