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== Order of the Argent Hart ==

The '''Order of the Argent Hart''' (abbreviated '''CAH''') is a Kingdom-level [[Award of Arms|Award of Arms Order]] in the [[Kingdom of the Outlands]]. It is given in recognition of outstanding skill, dedication, and achievement in the [[Arts and Sciences]].

=== Purpose and Recognition ===
This award recognizes individuals who have demonstrated excellence in the practice and teaching of the Arts and Sciences, significantly enriching the realm and its populace. Areas of recognition may include, but are not limited to, costuming, brewing, illumination, music, metalwork, and other creative disciplines.

This Order bestows an [[Award of Arms]] upon the recipient if they do not already possess one.

=== Precedence ===
This Order carries the **precedence of an Award of Arms**. If the recipient already holds an AoA, their precedence is not changed but the honor is added to their list of achievements.

=== Badge ===
:''Vert, a stag's head erased and affronty argent, collared and armed, within a bordure embattled Or.''

Members of the Order are entitled to wear the badge of the Argent Hart.

=== Scroll Texts ===

==== Version 1 ====

<blockquote>
'''{{King}}''' and '''{{Queen}}''', King and Queen of the Outlands,  

to all who come by these presents, Greetings.

It is our prerogative to recognize those persons whose constant excellence in the practice and teaching of the Arts and Sciences has enriched Our realm.

We do therefore take and admit '''{{Recipient}}''' to the Order of the Argent Hart{{, for {{his/her/their}} outstanding abilities as a '''{{Field of Expertise}}'''}}, that all may know of the esteem in which We hold {{him/her/them}}. {{We further bestow the right to bear the insignia of the Order, to wit: ''Vert, a stag's head, erased and affronty, argent, collared and armed, within a bordure embattled Or.''}}

To which We set Our hand this '''{{Day}}''' day of '''{{Month}}''', Anno Societatis '''{{AS Year}}''', being '''{{Gregorian Year}}''' Gregorian.

'''{{King’s Name}}'''  
King

'''{{Queen’s Name}}'''  
Queen
</blockquote>

==== Version 2 ====

<blockquote>
'''{{King}}''' and '''{{Queen}}''', King and Queen of the lands of the Outlands,  

to all nobles and gentles who come by these present letter, Greetings.

Whereas, '''{{Recipient}}''' has shown excellence in the Arts and Sciences{{, most especially in the area(s) of/as a '''{{Field of Expertise}}'''}},  

We are minded this day to admit {{him/her/them}} to the Order of the Argent Hart, that all may know of {{his/her/their}} worth. {{We further bestow the right to bear the insignia of the Order, to wit: ''Vert, a stag's head, erased and affronty, argent, collared and armed, within a bordure embattled Or.''}}

To which We set Our hand this '''{{Day}}''' day of '''{{Month}}''', Anno Societatis '''{{AS Year}}''', being '''{{Gregorian Year}}''' Gregorian.

'''{{King’s Name}}'''  
King

'''{{Queen’s Name}}'''  
Queen
</blockquote>

==== Version 3 (Non-gender-specific) ====

<blockquote>
We, '''{{King}}''' and '''{{Queen}}''', King and Queen of the Outlands, unto all whom these presents come, send Greetings.

It is Our prerogative to recognize those persons whose constant excellence in the practice and teaching of the Arts and Sciences has enriched Our Realm.

We do therefore take and admit '''{{Recipient}}''' to the Order of the Argent Hart. {{We further bestow the right to bear the insignia of the Order, to wit: ''Vert, a stag's head erased and affronty, argent, collared and armed, within a bordure embattled Or.''}}

To which We set Our Hand this '''{{Day}}''' day of '''{{Month}}''', Anno Societatis '''{{AS Year}}''', being '''{{Gregorian Year}}''' in the common reckoning of years.

'''{{King’s Name}}'''  
King

'''{{Queen’s Name}}'''  
Queen
</blockquote>

==== Optional Additions for Arms ====

If the recipient does '''not''' already hold an [[Award of Arms]], the following line may be added after the first sentence in section (4) of any version:
<blockquote>
''We further wish to reward {{him/her/them}} with an Award of Arms. We award [Lord/Lady/Noble] {{Recipient}} the right to bear those Arms approved by the College of Arms, '''{{Blazon}}''', throughout the lands of the Known World as a sign of {{his/her/their}} great merit.''
</blockquote>

The following heraldic attestation must also be added:
<blockquote>
'''The College of Arms, finding no impediment to the Arms here blazoned, has assigned their exclusive use to {{Recipient}}.'''

'''White Stag Principal Herald'''
</blockquote>

If the recipient has '''no registered Arms''', use this instead:
<blockquote>
''We further wish to reward {{him/her/them}} with an Award of Arms, and charge [Lord/Lady/Noble] {{Recipient}} to consult with Ourselves and Our heralds to determine suitable and unique Arms.''
</blockquote>

=== Heraldic Achievement Notes ===
If the scroll conveys an Award of Arms, a full heraldic achievement may be included. The shield may be displayed with a ribbon (but not chains) from which the badge of the Order is suspended. The ribbon may be any color except white.

If no Award of Arms is conveyed, the recipient’s heraldry should not be displayed as an achievement.

=== See Also ===
* [[Award of Arms]]
* [[Order of the Stag's Heart]]
* [[Order of the Stag's Blood]] 
* [[Kingdom of the Outlands]]

=== External Links ===
* [https://wimble.outlandsheralds.org Wimble Heralds – Outlands Awards Site]
[[Category:Awards]]
[[Category:Kingdom Level Awards]]