Insignia of the most noble Order of the Garter
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Insignia of the most noble Order of the Garter
The Insignia of the Most Noble Order of the Garter - the collar, with the George appended, garter, star, and lesser George on a blue ribbon. The Order of the Garter was constituted in 1348 by Edward III and has since 1831 consisted of the Sovereign and twenty-five Knight Companions. Date: 1937
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Chivalric Chivalry Garter Insignia Noble Order Ribbon Symbolic Symbols 1937
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The Insignia of the Most Noble Order of the Garter: A Symbolic Emblem of Ancient Chivalry and Royalty This image showcases the insignia of one of the oldest and most prestigious orders of chivalry in the world, The Most Noble Order of the Garter. Established by Edward III in 1348, the Order of the Garter is an enduring testament to the rich history and tradition of the British monarchy. At the heart of this image lies the collar, adorned with golden fleur-de-lis and roses, symbolizing the heraldic emblems of the monarchy and the rose of England. The collar is worn by the Sovereign and the twenty-five Knight Companions, making it the most coveted and esteemed symbol of honor in the realm. The George, a golden figure of St. George slaying the dragon, is appended to the collar, representing the patron saint of England. The garter, a blue ribbon with the motto "Honi soit qui mal y pense" (shame on him who thinks evil of it), is a reminder of the Order's origins, which are believed to have begun when the garter of the Duke of Clarence fell from his leg during a tournament and a page picked it up, only to be knighted by the King for his chivalrous act. The star, a golden eight-pointed Maltese cross, is worn on the left shoulder, while the lesser George, a miniature version of St. George, is worn on the right breast. Together, these insignia represent the ancient and enduring traditions of chivalry, loyalty, and honor that have been upheld by the members of the Order of the Garter since its inception in 1348. This evocative image, captured in 1937, offers a glimpse into the rich history and symbolism of the Most Noble Order of the Garter, a testament to the enduring legacy of royalty and chivalry in the British Isles.
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