The book of orders of knighthood and decorations of honour of all nations ... (1858)
Burke, Bernard, Sir, 1814-1892 · London : Hurst and Blackett · leaf 754
t. The gold medal is conferred on officers down to corporals,and the silver on those below. The King alone has the right to nominate the Knights,whose reception into the Order is free of all costs, fees andcharges. Civilians receive, with the badge, personal nobility, and theentree at Court. The…
Orders of knighthood and chivalry · Military and religious orders · Heraldry
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