Golden Columbine of Unser Hafen
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| Award Level | Barony Level Award |
|---|---|
| Award Type | Nobility of Spirit and Persona |
| Chartered On | October 9, 2004 (A.S. XXXIX) |
| Reign | Baron Deotrich & Baroness Leonora (Barony of Unser Hafen) |
| White Stag | Sorcha MacLeod (White Stag Principal Herald) |
| Number of Recipients | 32 |
| Precedence | Award of Arms |
| Entitles Use of | Entitles bearer to post-nominal letters CGC |
Golden Columbine of Unser Hafen
The Order of the Golden Columbine of Unser Hafen (CGC) is a Barony-level Award of Arms in the Barony of Unser Hafen (part of the Kingdom of the Outlands). It is awarded to those persons whose personae and demeanors capture the noble spirit of the dream and who serve as shining examples to us all.
This award was chartered on the 9th day of October, A.S. XXXIX (2004), during the reign of Baron Deotrich and Baroness Leonora of Unser Hafen. The charter was also signed by King Giovanni and Queen Cainnleach of the Outlands, with Sorcha MacLeod serving as White Stag Principal Herald. The charter explicitly states that the companionship of all previous recipients of the Order is confirmed.
Purpose and Recognition
Recipients of this award are recognized for embodying the "noble spirit of the dream" through their courtesy, demeanor, and persona. They serve as inspirations and shining examples to the populace of the Barony and the Society as a whole.
A Companion of this Order is entitled to use the post-nominal letters [CGC] after their name.
Precedence
This Order carries the precedence of an Award of Arms.
Badge
- (Fieldless) On a portcullis vert a columbine flower contourny Or.
Recipients are entitled to wear the badge of the Order and appropriate regalia.
Scroll Text
Version 1 (long)
- The subjects of the Barony of Unser Hafen have mastered many arts. Our populace is well versed in the courtly arts and in the arts of war. Our artisans and scholars are renowned throughout the Kingdom for their skills, and our fighters for their might. All of our subjects are courteous and truly noble. Yet amongst us are those who inspire us all with their courtesy and manner, those whose personae and demeanors capture the noble spirit of the dream and who serve as shining examples to us all.
- Such a noble is [Recipient's Name], whom we, [Baron's Name], Baron of Unser Hafen, and [Baroness's Name], Baroness of Unser Hafen, are thus pleased to proclaim as a Companion of the Right Noble Order of the Golden Columbine. {In token of our high esteem, we convey unto [him/her/them] the right to bear the badge of the Order, to wit: On a portcullis vert a columbine flower contourny Or.} Further, we do charge [Lord/Lady/Noble] [Recipient's First Name] to continue to grace Unser Hafen as [he/she/them] has done in the past, giving unto our fair Barony a wealth of experience and kindness.
- Done by our hands this ____ day of _____, Anno Societatis ____, being ____ Gregorian.
- [Baron’s Signature]
- Baron
- [Baroness’s Signature]
- Baroness
Version 2 (short)
- In The Barony of Unser Hafen, we have chosen to recognize those fine gentles whose courtesy and manner are impeccable and whose personae and demeanors exemplify the aims of the Society and fire the noble spirit in us all.
- Such a one is the good [Recipient's Name], who serves as a shining beacon in our time.
- Therefore do we, [Baron's Name], Baron of Unser Hafen, and [Baroness's Name], Baroness of Unser Hafen, proclaim and announce [him/her/them] a Companion of the Golden Columbine. {In token of our high esteem, we bestow upon [Lord/Lady/Noble] [Recipient's First Name] the right to bear the badge of the Order, to wit: On a portcullis vert a columbine flower contourny Or.} Let this gentle serve as an inspiration to us all!
- Done by our hands this ____ day of _____, Anno Societatis ____, being ____ of the Common Era.
- [Baron’s Signature]
- Baron
- [Baroness’s Signature]
- Baroness
Recipients
See Also
External Links
https://wimble.outlandsheralds.org – Wimble Heralds: Outlands Awards Site