Latitudian Grand Order of Excellence
| Latitudian Grand Order of Excellence | |
|---|---|
| Awarded by the Republic of Latitudia | |
| Type | Chivalry |
| Established | 17 November 2015 |
| Awarded for | Showing splendor and vigor within their own state or empire, as well as internationally on a macro- or micronational level |
| Status | Active |
| Royal Supreme Knight Protector | HRH Anders of Latitudia |
| Grades | Royal Supreme Knight/Dame (RSKOE/RSDOE) Supreme Knight/Dame (SKOE/SDOE) Royal Knight/Dame (RKOE/RDOE) Knight/Dame (KOE/DOE) |
| Statistics | |
| First induction | 17 November 2015 |
| Total inductees | 10 |
| Precedence | |
| Next (higher) | N/A |
| Next (lower) | Order of the Black Cross |
The Latitudian Grand Order of Excellence is an order of chivalry awarded by the Republic of Latitudia. It was founded together with several other awards and decorations on 17 November 2015 by REG/2015:14. The title is awarded to a domestic or foreign dignitary for showing splendor and vigor within their own state or empire, as well as internationally on a macro- or micronational level. This honour can be awarded to any person inside or outside a micronation, by the ruling monarch of Latitudia. The grades including Royal can only be awarded royalty. Upon recieving and accepting an award the subject should proudly and gracefully display it in all its splendor in at least micronational context. The award and title can be revoked at any time only by the current ruling monarch of Latitudia, or a deputy.
As only one of the grades has a maximum quota, this order is continously being awarded.
Grades
There are five grades in the Latitudian Order, the Royal Supreme Knight/Dame Protector is chosen as the official patron of the order, and is also only awarded to the current ruling monarch. There is no limit of recipients for the remaining four grades, but a fair balance between them is desireable. If presented with a ribbon, medal or similar it should be worn at every official social event should it be appropriate.
- Royal Supreme Knight/Dame Protector of the Latitudian Grand Order of Excellence, RSKP/RSDP
- Royal Supreme Knight/Dame of the Latitudian Grand Order of Excellence, RSKOE/RSDOE
- Supreme Knight/Dame of the Latitudian Grand Order of Excellence, SKOE/SDOE
- Royal Knight/Dame of the Latitudian Grand Order of Excellence, RKOE/RDOE
- Knight/Dame of the Latitudian Grand Order of Excellence, KOE/DOE
Styles
Recipients of all five grades are referred to as Sir/Dame, unless they have a senior or royal title. They may call themselves according their grade, a Knight or Dame at their own discretion. Postnominals may be shown with or without points (full stops); e.g. K.O.E. or KOE, but preferrably without. When several postnominals are present, if possible put the highest or most senior award first. Postnominals as abbreviations are never used verbally, only in written text.
- Sir John Smith RSKP/RSKOE/SKOE/RKOE/KOE
- Dame Mary Smith RSDP/RSDOE/SDOE/RDOE/DOE
Spouses
A spouse to a Knight/Dame may or may not choose to be addressed Mr/Lady Smith, given that they share the surname with the recipient. If chosen, the formal address is Sir John and Lady Mary Smith and Dame Mary and Mr John Smith. If chosen not to, the formal address is Sir John and Mrs Smith and Dame Mary and Mr Smith. If they don't share the same surname, the style will instead be Sir John Smith and Lady Mary Grant, etc. In Swedish, when used, the address would be Herr och fru Smith regardless of stature. Any royal or foreign styles will have precedence.
Recipients
Royal Supreme Knight/Dame Protector (RSKP/RSDP)
| Name | Nation | Date of Receiving |
|---|---|---|
| HRH Anders of Latitudia |  Republic of Latitudia
|
17 November 2015 |
Royal Supreme Knights/Dames (RSKOE/RSDOE)
| Name | Nation | Date of Receiving |
|---|---|---|
| His Grace Victor, Grand Duke of Geschwornern | Republic of Latitudia
|
17 November 2015 |
| HIM Emperor Patrick Renwick |  Empire of Paravia
|
9 January 2016 |
Supreme Knight/Dame (SKOE/SDOE)
| Name | Nation | Date of Receiving |
|---|---|---|
| Mememaster-General Horatio Eden |  Federal Republic of Whestcorea
|
9 January 2016 |
| His Grace Johan, Duke of the Salt Sea |  Duchy of the Salt Sea
|
31 October 2024 |
| Lady Ulla, Countess of Friedenheim | Duchy of the Salt Sea
|
31 October 2024 |
Royal Knights/Dames (RKOE/RDOE)
| Name | Nation | Date of Receiving |
|---|---|---|
| HIM Emperor Jonathan I |  Austenasia
|
9 January 2016 |
| HI&RM Emperor Stephen |  Abeldane Empire
|
9 January 2016 |
| Premier Sophia Albina |  Republic of Roseland
|
9 January 2016 |
Knights/Dames (KOE/DOE)
| Name | Nation | Date of Receiving |
|---|---|---|
| HE President Anthony Clark |  Republic of Mcarthia
|
9 January 2016 |
| HIM Emperor Nicholai Fredriksson |  Empire of Førvania
|
9 January 2016 |