| Lords of Maia | |
|---|---|
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| Creation date | 978 AD |
| Created by | D. Afonso Henriques |
| Peerage | Peerage of Portugal |
| First holder | Trastamiro Aboazar |
| Remainder to | semi-salic law |
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Lords of Maia before the creation of the Kingdom of Portugal
Lords of Maia
Lords of Trofa
Family in Guimarães
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