Another interesting topic - I am reading three relevant books right now... #Unwin #TheUnwins #Remembrancer

A modern Trial of the Pyx matching the description in the post

Seated in the middle of the table, flanked by clerks & aides, is a chap in a white judicial wig, a 3-cornered baron’s hat & black robes. This, Daniel reckons, would be the King’s #Remembrancer: one of the most ancient positions in the Realm.
#BaroqueCycle
[cf #ThePeripheral]

NETHERTON: Powerful people will be there. The #Remembrancer himself.
FLYNNE: Who?
N: An official of the City. I can't explain his traditional function. Originally to remind royalty of an ancient debt. Later, entirely symbolic. Since the jackpot, best not spoken of.
#ThePeripheral