The Order of Saints George and Olga is a religious-dynastic order of the Pontifical Household of the United Roman-Ruthenian Church. It is awarded to gentlemen and ladies of high rank or office in recognition of significant service to the mission of Rome or the Pontifical Household. The order is divided into two sections, one exclusively for gentlemen and the other exclusively for ladies. The Bishop of Rome-Ruthenia serves as the Grand Master of both divisions.
The order is typically conferred upon nobles of the rank of Baron and above, as well as General officers and their civil equivalents. It ranks immediately after the Pontifical Order of the Eagle. Membership also confers nobility for life.
The order is named after its celestial patrons, Saint George the Martyr and Saint Olga of Kiev. St. George is a prominent figure in the history, patrimony, and traditions of the United Roman-Ruthenian Church, with his cross appearing in the coats of arms of various entities. Saint Olga was the Grand Princess consort of Kiev and is highly regarded for her efforts to spread the Catholic faith in her territory.
The order is conferred in a single rank, that of Knight or Dame. In rare and exceptional cases, the office and distinction of Grand Commander may be awarded in recognition of the highest service. Grand Dukes and Grand Duchesses of Rome-Ruthenia receive this order, along with the Aquiline Order of Christ, on their 18th birthday.
The insignia of the order consists of a gold Roman Eagle centered upon a white eight-pointed cross with gold eagles in between. The cross is worn by Knights pendant from an orange and black striped neck ribbon, and by Dames pendant from a bow of the same ribbon. The Grand Master, Grand Dame (Apostolic Princess of Rome-Ruthenia), and Grand Commanders may wear the insignia on a broad ribbon sash in the colors of the order over the right shoulder.
Neck cross of the Order
For more about the order, please visit its official page.
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