Andrew Buchanan of Ardenconnel (1745-1835)
Andrew Buchanan of Ardenconnel in the Parish of Dumbarton was the second son of Archibald Buchanan of Silverbank who was a grandson of Andrew Buchanan of Gartachairn.
The family of Gartachairn are descended from Walter Buchanan of Glenny and are cadets of Leny.
The ARMS: Or, a lion rampant Sable, between two otter’s heads erased in chief Proper and a cinquefoil in base of the second, all within a double tressure flory counterflory of the Last.
The Crest: An armed dexter hand holding a cap of dignity Purpure facing Ermine.
The Motto: ‘Nunquam Victus’ ( Never conquered ).
The arms are recorded in Lyon Register Volume 1, Page 558, 27 September 1791.