Events from 1687 in the Kingdom of Scotland.

Incumbents Monarch – James VII Secretary of State – John Drummond, 1st Earl of Melfort

Events 12 February – Declaration of Indulgence proclaimed by James VII, a first step towards freedom of religion. 29 May – Order of the Thistle founded

Births unknown date George Douglas, 2nd Earl of Dumbarton (died 1749)

Deaths unknown date James Aitken (bishop) (born 1612/13)

See also Timeline of Scottish history

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