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== Order of the Silver Stirrup ==
== Overview ==


The '''Order of the Silver Stirrup''' is a Kingdom-level Award of Arms Order in the Kingdom of the Outlands. It honors individuals who have demonstrated excellence in the equestrian arts within the Kingdom. This award was chartered on the 8th day of May, A.S. XXXIV (1999), during the reign of King Maelgwn and Queen Lillian. Pendar the Bard held the office of White Stag Principal Herald at that time.
The '''Order of the Silver Stirrup''' is a Kingdom-level Award of Arms Order in the Kingdom of the Outlands. It honors individuals who have demonstrated excellence in the equestrian arts within the Kingdom. This award was chartered on the 8th day of May, A.S. XXXIV (1999), during the reign of King Maelgwn and Queen Lillian. Pendar the Bard held the office of White Stag Principal Herald at that time.


=== Purpose and Recognition ===
== Purpose and Recognition ==
This award recognizes individuals who have shown significant skill, knowledge, and contribution in the field of equestrian activities. It is intended to highlight those whose equestrian prowess has enriched the Kingdom.
This award recognizes individuals who have shown significant skill, knowledge, and contribution in the field of equestrian activities. It is intended to highlight those whose equestrian prowess has enriched the Kingdom.


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


=== Precedence ===
== Badge ==
This Order carries the '''precedence of an Award of Arms'''. If the recipient already holds an AoA, their precedence remains unchanged but the honor is added to their list of recognitions.
 
=== Badge ===
:''Vert, a stirrup argent within a bordure embattled Or.''
:''Vert, a stirrup argent within a bordure embattled Or.''


Recipients are entitled to display the badge of the Order and may wear appropriate regalia.
Recipients are entitled to display the badge of the Order and may wear appropriate regalia.


=== Scroll Text ===
== Scroll Text ==


==== Version 1 ====
==== Version 1 ====


<blockquote> One and all shall know that
<blockquote> ''One and all shall know that''
We, [King’s Name], King, and [Queen’s Name], Queen of the Outlands, send Greetings.
''We, ______, King, and _________, Queen of the Outlands, send Greetings.''


Recognizing the unique contributions of those who excel in the Equestrian Arts,
''Recognizing the unique contributions of those who excel in the Equestrian Arts,''


We are therefore minded this day to prefer and create [Recipient’s Name] as a Companion of the Silver Stirrup. From this day hence, [Lord/Lady/Noble Name] shall be endowed with all rights and responsibilities of this rank, including the right to bear the badge of the Order, to wit: Vert, a stirrup argent within a bordure embattled Or.
''We are therefore minded this day to prefer and create [__________ as a Companion of the Silver Stirrup. From this day hence, ____________ shall be endowed with all rights and responsibilities of this rank, including the right to bear the badge of the Order, to wit: Vert, a stirrup argent within a bordure embattled Or.''


In testimony whereof have We set Our hands this [Day] day of [Month], Anno Societatis [AS Year], being [Gregorian Year] by the Gregorian calendar.
''In testimony whereof have We set Our hands this _________ day of _________, Anno Societatis ________, being _________ by the Gregorian calendar.''


[King’s Signature]
''___________ King _________ Queen''
King
 
[Queen’s Signature]
Queen


</blockquote>
</blockquote>
==== Version 2 ====
==== Version 2 ====


<blockquote> To all who come by these letters,
<blockquote> ''To all who come by these letters,''
Know ye that We, [King’s Name] and [Queen’s Name], King and Queen of the Outlands,
''Know ye that We, ___________ and __________, King and Queen of the Outlands,''


Would fain honor [Recipient’s Name] for [his/her/their] superior skill in the Equestrian Arts.
''Would fain honor ____________ for [his/her/their] superior skill in the Equestrian Arts.''


Thus We are minded to make [him/her/them] a Companion of the Silver Stirrup. We bestow upon [him/her/them] all rights and responsibilities attendant upon this rank, including the right to bear the badge of the Order: Vert, a stirrup argent within a bordure embattled Or.
''Thus We are minded to make [him/her/them] a Companion of the Silver Stirrup. We bestow upon [him/her/them] all rights and responsibilities attendant upon this rank, including the right to bear the badge of the Order: Vert, a stirrup argent within a bordure embattled Or.''


Done by Our hands this [Day] day of [Month], A.S. [AS Year], being [Gregorian Year] in the Common Era.
''Done by Our hands this _________ day of _________, Anno Societatis ________, being _________ by the Gregorian calendar.''


[King’s Signature]
''___________ King _________ Queen''
King
 
[Queen’s Signature]
Queen


</blockquote>
</blockquote>
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If the recipient does not already hold an Award of Arms, the following line may be added after the first sentence in paragraph (4):
If the recipient does not already hold an Award of Arms, the following line may be added after the first sentence in paragraph (4):


<blockquote> ''We further wish to reward [him/her/them] with an Award of Arms. We award [Lord/Lady/Noble Name] 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>
<blockquote> ''We further wish to reward [him/her/them] with an Award of Arms. We award _________ 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 heraldic attestation must also be included:
The heraldic attestation must also be included:


<blockquote> ''The College of Arms, finding no impediment to the Arms here blazoned, has assigned their exclusive use to [Recipient's Name].''
<blockquote> ''The College of Arms, finding no impediment to the Arms here blazoned, has assigned their exclusive use to ___________.''
[White Stag Principal Herald’s Signature]
_______________White Stag Principal Herald
White Stag Principal Herald


</blockquote>
</blockquote>
If the recipient has no registered Arms, use this language instead:
If the recipient has no registered Arms, use this language instead:


<blockquote> ''We further wish to reward [him/her/them] with an Award of Arms, and charge [Lord/Lady/Noble Name] to consult with Ourselves and Our heralds to determine suitable and unique Arms.'' </blockquote>
<blockquote> ''We further wish to reward [him/her/them] with an Award of Arms, and charge ________ 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 used. The shield may be encircled with a ribbon (no chains) from which hangs the badge of the Order: a stirrup argent on a green field, within a bordure embattled Or. The ribbon may be any color except white.
 
If no AoA is conveyed, the recipient’s Arms should not be displayed in achievement.
 
== Recipients ==
== Recipients ==



Revision as of 11:14, 11 September 2025

Order of the Silver Stirrup
Badge of Order of the Silver Stirrup
Badge of Order of the Silver Stirrup
Award Level Award of Arms Order
Award Type Equestrian Arts
Chartered On May 8, 1999 (A.S. XXXIV)
Reign King Maelgwn & Queen Lillian
White Stag Pendar the Bard
Number of Recipients
Precedence Equal to Award of Arms
Entitles Use of Entitles bearer to an Award of Arms if not already held

Overview

The Order of the Silver Stirrup is a Kingdom-level Award of Arms Order in the Kingdom of the Outlands. It honors individuals who have demonstrated excellence in the equestrian arts within the Kingdom. This award was chartered on the 8th day of May, A.S. XXXIV (1999), during the reign of King Maelgwn and Queen Lillian. Pendar the Bard held the office of White Stag Principal Herald at that time.

Purpose and Recognition

This award recognizes individuals who have shown significant skill, knowledge, and contribution in the field of equestrian activities. It is intended to highlight those whose equestrian prowess has enriched the Kingdom.

Recipients of this award are entitled to use the post-nominal letters [CSSO] after their name.

The Order bestows an Award of Arms upon the recipient, if they do not already possess one.

Badge

Vert, a stirrup argent within a bordure embattled Or.

Recipients are entitled to display the badge of the Order and may wear appropriate regalia.

Scroll Text

Version 1

One and all shall know that

We, ______, King, and _________, Queen of the Outlands, send Greetings.

Recognizing the unique contributions of those who excel in the Equestrian Arts,

We are therefore minded this day to prefer and create [__________ as a Companion of the Silver Stirrup. From this day hence, ____________ shall be endowed with all rights and responsibilities of this rank, including the right to bear the badge of the Order, to wit: Vert, a stirrup argent within a bordure embattled Or.

In testimony whereof have We set Our hands this _________ day of _________, Anno Societatis ________, being _________ by the Gregorian calendar.

___________ King _________ Queen

Version 2

To all who come by these letters,

Know ye that We, ___________ and __________, King and Queen of the Outlands,

Would fain honor ____________ for [his/her/their] superior skill in the Equestrian Arts.

Thus We are minded to make [him/her/them] a Companion of the Silver Stirrup. We bestow upon [him/her/them] all rights and responsibilities attendant upon this rank, including the right to bear the badge of the Order: Vert, a stirrup argent within a bordure embattled Or.

Done by Our hands this _________ day of _________, Anno Societatis ________, being _________ by the Gregorian calendar.

___________ King _________ Queen

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 paragraph (4):

We further wish to reward [him/her/them] with an Award of Arms. We award _________ 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.

The heraldic attestation must also be included:

The College of Arms, finding no impediment to the Arms here blazoned, has assigned their exclusive use to ___________.

_______________White Stag Principal Herald

If the recipient has no registered Arms, use this language instead:

We further wish to reward [him/her/them] with an Award of Arms, and charge ________ to consult with Ourselves and Our heralds to determine suitable and unique Arms.

Recipients

Recipient Date Awarded
Halla in kristna (Premier) 1999-06-19
Moyra MacColla 1999-06-19
Connor Graham 1999-09-18
Ponce Rodrigo de Loronha 2000-01-29
Katrin von Hohenzollern 2000-03-18
Jochen von Balduinseck 2000-05-06
Siubhan MacDuff 2000-10-14
Dubheasa Eachinse 2001-05-27
Helena de Orduuelle 2001-12-15
Hancarata Aethnen filia Cuneddae 2002-07-06
Fermina Caballo 2003-05-23
Laurel O'Rourke 2003-05-23
Lorcan Mac Colla 2005-07-02
Apollonia Zawmstricker 2006-07-01
Nesta verch Gryffry 2008-12-05
Rand the Tracker of Oak Hollow 2010-04-24
Meadhbh Daingen int Slébhe 2010-10-23
Tangwystel de Tretower 2011-12-02
Aemilia Valeriana 2012-03-17
Cecilia Juetta 2013-09-14
Morrigan (of Caerthe) 2015-09-05
Gwen de la Cumbe 2016-07-02
Kublai Ksenya 2016-09-03
Lisette de Troyes 2016-09-03
Miklos Kovacs 2016-09-03
Marisse de Bourgogne 2016-10-15
Illaria Joye 2018-01-20
Marisse de Bourgogne 2019-05-25
Gareth Lightborne 2019-06-22
Arabella da Siena 2019-07-13
Ronan na f-Fiacal mac Conaill 2019-07-13
Konyves Istvan 2020-01-04
Erich Geisler 2022-03-17
Alasdair MacDubhghaill the Scot 2022-06-04
Amina al-Zahra 2023-01-07
Therasia Thoma 2023-06-30
Isabeau de Bernac 2023-10-29

See Also

Award of Arms

Order of the Golden Pheon

Order of the Doe & Mountain

Kingdom of the Outlands

Wimble Heralds: Outlands Awards Site

Outlands Scribes Handbook