The Earldom of Lincoln is a title in the British peerage, created in the 12th century. It was originally held by the Bardolph family and later passed to the Plantagenets. The earldom has a rich history, with various holders playing significant roles in English politics and society. The title became extinct in the 17th century but was revived in the 19th century. Today, the current holder is David John Charles de la Poer Beresford, who is the 9th Earl of Lincoln. The earldom is associated with the historic city of Lincoln in England.