Gleann Abhann Grant of Arms Wording

Let the Words of _______ and _______, Sovereign King and Queen of Gleann Abhann, here be recorded by Our heralds as they are spoken.

It is the Will of the Crown that outstanding achievement should be recognized by all.  Such acknowledgment is a serious matter and should not be lightly bestowed, for heavy is the mantle of responsibility that accompanies it.

We believe that _____________________________________ is capable of carrying the weight of the duties conferred by Grant of Arms.

Further, We are assured that this gentle will take up the honors of this rank with humility.

Done by Our hand in accordance with Our will on this ____day of _______, in the ______ year of Our Society, being ______ Gregorian.

[Source: listserv.unl.edu]

West Kingdom Order of the Golden Poppy with Grant of Arms Wording

Text for a recipient with a prior Grant of Arms:

(Insert optional beginning if desired) Be it known that Their Majesties, (Insert King's first name) and (Insert Queen's first name), King and Queen of the West, do this day honor Their subject (Insert full Name of recipient), who has competed in the Arts and Sciences competitions in this Kingdom and having scored well in these competitions has emerged the victor. They now admit him/her to the right noble Order of the Golden Poppy. Further, They do hereby affirm his/her Sole, Unique and Exclusive Right to bear (insert Blazon) by Grant in this Our Kingdom of the West.

(Insert optional ending and do not forget the date the award was given.)

Text for a recipient who does not have a prior Grant of Arms:

(Insert optional beginning if desired) Be it known that Their Majesties, (Insert King's first name) and (Insert Queen's first name), King and Queen of the West, do this day honor Their subject (Insert full Name of recipient), who has competed in the Arts and Sciences competitions in this Kingdom and having scored well in these competitions has emerged the victor. They now admit him/her to the right noble Order of the Golden Poppy. Further, They award him/her the right to bear these Arms by Grant, to wit:(insert Blazon) in this Our Kingdom of the West.

(Insert optional ending and do not forget the date the award was given.)

Text for members of the Order that were made members prior to the Grants given by Uther and Kára in October of A. S. XLIII:

(Insert optional beginning if desired) In recognition of his/her prowess in the arts and sciences, Our royal ancestors (Insert King's first name) and (Insert Queen's first name), King and Queen of the West, named (Insert full Name of recipient) to the Order of the Golden Poppy on the (Insert award date). So do We, Uther and Kára, King and Queen of the West, in recognition of that achievement Grant unto (Insert full Name of recipient) a Grant of Arms and do hereby affirm his/her Sole, Unique and Exclusive Right to bear (insert Blazon) in this Our Kingdom of the West.

(Insert optional ending. The date for this award is the 4th of October, A. S. XLIII.)

[Source: The West Kingdom’s Scribe’s Handbook]

West Kingdom Western Gold Scarf with Grant of Arms Wording

Text for a recipient with a prior Grant of Arms:

(Insert optional beginning if desired) Be it known that Their Majesties, (Insert King's first name) and (Insert Queen's first name), King and Queen of the West, do this day honor Their subject (Insert full Name of recipient), who has demonstrated his/her great skill in the Equestrian Arts and his/her courtesy both on and off the field. They name him/her a Rider of the West, and admit him/her to the right noble Order of the Western Gold Scarf. Further, They do hereby affirm his/her Sole, Unique and Exclusive Right to bear (insert Blazon) by Grant in this Our Kingdom of the West.

(Insert optional ending and do not forget the date the award was given.)

Text for a recipient who does not have a prior Grant of Arms:

(Insert optional beginning if desired) Be it known that Their Majesties, (Insert King's first name) and (Insert Queen's first name), King and Queen of the West, do this day honor Their subject (Insert full Name of recipient), who has demonstrated his/her great skill in the Equestrian Arts and his/her courtesy both on and off the field. They name him/her a Rider of the West, and admit him/her to the right noble Order of the Western Gold Scarf. Further, They award him/her the right to bear these Arms by Grant, to wit:(insert Blazon) in this Our Kingdom of the West.

(Insert optional ending and do not forget the date the award was given.)

[Source: The West Kingdom’s Scribe’s Handbook]

West Kingdom Western White Scarf with Grant of Arms Wording

For Guildmasters of Fence entitled to Grants and Ancient Guildmasters of Fence, use the same text, substituting the appropriate titles, with Courtier to the Crown of the West rather than Royal Courtier.

Text for a recipient with a prior Grant of Arms:

(Insert optional beginning if desired) Be it known that Their Majesties, (Insert King's first name) and (Insert Queen's first name), King and Queen of the West, do this day honor Their subject (Insert full Name of recipient), who has demonstrated his/her great skill in the Art of Defense and his/her courtesy both on and off the field. They name him/her a Royal Courtier, and admit him/her to the right noble Order of the Western White Scarf. Further, They do hereby affirm his/her Sole, Unique and Exclusive Right to bear (insert Blazon) by Grant in this Our Kingdom of the West.

(Insert optional ending and do not forget the date the award was given.)

Text for a recipient who does not have a prior Grant of Arms:

(Insert optional beginning if desired) Be it known that Their Majesties, (Insert King's first name) and (Insert Queen's first name), King and Queen of the West, do this day honor Their subject (Insert full Name of recipient), who has demonstrated his/her great skill in the Art of Defense and his/her courtesy both on and off the field. They name him/her a Royal Courtier, and admit him/her to the right noble Order of the Western White Scarf. Further, They award him/her the right to bear these Arms by Grant, to wit:(insert Blazon) in this Our Kingdom of the West.

(Insert optional ending and do not forget the date the award was given.)

[Source: The West Kingdom’s Scribe’s Handbook]

West Kingdom Grant of Arms Wording

(Insert optional beginning if desired) (Insert King's first name) and (Insert Queen's first name), King and Queen of the West, having determined to give a Grant of Arms to Our subject (Insert full Name of recipient), for his/her service to Our Realm, do hereby affirm his/her Sole, Unique and Exclusive Right to bear (Insert Blazon) in this Our Kingdom of the West.

(Insert optional ending and do not forget the date the award was given.)

Alternate Text:

(Insert optional beginning if desired) We, (Insert King's first name) by Right of Arms King of the West and (Insert Queen's first name) by Grace and Beauty Queen of the West, in consideration of (Insert reason for the award) do of Our especial Grace and certain Knowledge give unto (Insert full Name of recipient), a Grant of Arms, and furthermore We confirm unto him/her the Right to bear certain Ensigns Armorial, to wit: (insert Blazon) with all Rights, Privileges, Insignia, and Precedence appertaining thereto as fully and freely as any Person hitherto hath done in accordance with the Laws of Arms, and the Statutes and Customs of this Our Kingdom of the West.

(Insert optional ending and do not forget the date the award was given.)

Text for an unregistered recipient (by Royal or recipient request only):

(Insert optional beginning if desired) (Insert King's first name) and (Insert Queen's first name), King and Queen of the West, having determined to give a Grant of Arms to Our subject known as (Insert Use Name of recipient) for his/her service to Our Realm, do hereby grant him/her the right to bear as Arms such device as he/she may properly register with Our heralds.

(Insert optional ending and do not forget the date the award was given.)

[Source: The West Kingdom’s Scribe’s Handbook]

Trimaris Grant of Arms Wording

Now let it be known to all that We the Crown Trimaris find favor in _________________, who by service and dedication to Us and Our Kingdom, has shown the merits worthy of honor. We are pleased therefore to this day bestow this Grant of Arms, confirming Our high esteem, as witnessed by Our hand and seal on this _______ day of ______, A.S. ________.

ALTERNATIVE:

Unto all to whom these presents come know that We find praiseworthy those within Our Kingdom Trimaris who have served with honor and gentility, by which We are enriched. Know that We, the Crown Trimaris are right mindful of the high esteem in which _____________ is held by Our Kingdom and by Ourselves. We are thereforeminded to make this day a Grant of Arms in recognition of exceptional service to the Kingdom of Trimaris. Hereto do We lay Our Hand and Seal this ______ day of _________ AS
___________.

ALTERNATIVE:

Be it known to all that We the Crown Trimaris have long been aware that there are those within Our shores whose service and devotion goes above and beyond the normal call. We have seen this excellence in Our good and noble subject ______________, and in recognition of such, do bestow upon them a Grant of Arms, confirming Our high esteem, as presented by Our hand on this _______ day of ______, A.S. ________.

ALTERNATIVE:

Whereas We, the Crown Trimaris, are right mindful of the service and loyalty of _____________. We do hereby bestow upon you a Grant of Arms, confirming your right to bear arms in Our Realm and showing all persons our esteem and our recognition of your good works. In witness where as We set Our hand and seal this _____ day of _____ , Anno Societatis ___________.

[Source: The Trimaris College of Scribes]

Outlands Grant of Arms Wording

Unto all who come by these letters do [We] ________ and _________, King and Queen of the Outlands, send Greetings.

Being pleased with Our well-loved subject ________ for (his/her) long and steadfast service to Our realm {and Our [Barony/Shire/College] of <RECIPIENT'S HOME GROUP>} {as <OFFICE>}, We are minded this day to recognize [him/her] with a Grant of Arms. We grant [him/her] the rights and charge [him/her] with the responsibilities of this rank.

For a promissory Grant of Arms (given when the recipient has no registered Arms), use the following:

[We further charge ________ to consult with Ourselves and Our heralds to determine suitable andbunique Arms, that [he/she] might bear these Arms throughout the Known World as a sign ofb[his/her] great merit.]

For the final Grant of Arms, use the following:

[The College of Arms having approved <BLAZON> for [his/her] sole and exclusive use, We grant thebHonorable [Lord/Lady] ________ the right to bear these Arms throughout the lands of the KnownbWorld as a sign of [his/her] great merit.]

In witness whereof, We set our sign on this ______ day of ______, Anno Societatis ______, Being ________ Gregorian.

__________, King ________, Queen

Include the following section only on final Grants of Arms.

I do attest by my signature that the said Arms have been duly registered with the College of Arms.

___________ White Stag Principal Herald

ALTERNATIVE:

Unto all who come by these letters do [We] ________ and _________, King and Queen of the Outlands, send Greetings.

Know all men by these presents that ________ has served Our kingdom most outstandingly, and is most worthy of recognition.

It is thus Our pleasure to recognize [him/her] with a Grant of Arms. We grant [him/her] the rights and charge [him/her] with the responsibilities of this rank.

For a promissory Grant of Arms (given when the recipient has no registered Arms), use the following:

[We further charge ________ to consult with Ourselves and Our heralds to determine suitable andbunique Arms, that [he/she] might bear these Arms throughout the Known World as a sign ofb[his/her] great merit.]

For the final Grant of Arms, use the following:

[The College of Arms having approved <BLAZON> for [his/her] sole and exclusive use, We grant thebHonorable [Lord/Lady] ________ the right to bear these Arms throughout the lands of the KnownbWorld as a sign of [his/her] great merit.]

In witness whereof, We set our sign on this ______ day of ______, Anno Societatis ______, Being ________ Gregorian.

__________, King ________, Queen

Include the following section only on final Grants of Arms.

I do attest by my signature that the said Arms have been duly registered with the College of Arms.

___________ White Stag Principal Herald

ALTERNATIVE:

Unto all who come by these letters do [We] ________ and _________, King and Queen of the Outlands, send Greetings.

Right mindful of the high esteem in which ________ is held by Our Kingdom and Ourselves, We are minded to confer unto [him/her] a Grant of Arms in recognition of [his/her] long and steadfast service to Our realm {and Our [Barony/Shire/College] of <RECIPIENT'S HOME GROUP>} {as <OFFICE>}, We grant [him/her] the rights and charge [him/her] with the responsibilities of this rank.

For a promissory Grant of Arms (given when the recipient has no registered Arms), use the following:

[We further charge ________ to consult with Ourselves and Our heralds to determine suitable and unique Arms, that [he/she] might bear these Arms throughout the Known World as a sign of [his/her] great merit.]

For the final Grant of Arms, use the following:

[The College of Arms having approved <BLAZON> for [his/her] sole and exclusive use, We grant the Honorable [Lord/Lady] ________ the right to bear these Arms throughout the lands of the Known World as a sign of [his/her] great merit.]

In witness whereof, We set our sign on this ______ day of ______, Anno Societatis ______, Being ________ Gregorian.

__________, King ________, Queen

Include the following section only on final Grants of Arms.

I do attest by my signature that the said Arms have been duly registered with the College of Arms.

___________ White Stag Principal Herald

[Source: Kingdom of the Outlands Scribe’s Handbook (pdf)]

Middle Kingdom Grant of Arms (For Others) Wording

Proclaim to all unto whom these presents come that we (name of Sovereign), King (Queen) by right of arms of the Middle Kingdom, and (name of Consort), our Queen (King), in consideration of the excellent service that (name of recipient) hath rendered unto the Middle Kingdom, most especially by (reason for award), are minded to make unto him/her a Grant of Arms. We do hereby confirm by Grant the right to bear (blazon), (and the right to bear as a crest (specific non-dragon crest, if one is given) and the arms: (blazon). Done by our hands this __ day of___, Anno Societatis (A.S.)__, in our (location of event).

[Source: Middle Kingdom Scribe’s Handbook (pdf)]

Middle Kingdom Grant of Arms (for Great Officer of State) Wording

For Great Officer of State Proclaim to all unto whom these presents come that we (name of Sovereign), King (Queen) by right of arms of the Middle Kingdom, and (name of Consort), our Queen (King), in consideration of the excellent service that (name of recipient) has given to the Middle Kingdom as (name of office), are minded to make unto him/her a Grant of Arms. We do hereby confirm by Grant the right to bear (heraldic description of regis tered arms or “arms as duly registered with the college of arms of the Society”) and the right to bear as a crest a Dragon (specific dragon crest description if given) as token of his/her service to our Kingdom. Done by our hands this __ day of __, Anno Societatis (A.S) __, in our (location of event).

[Source: Middle Kingdom Scribe’s Handbook (pdf)]

Meridies Grant of Arms Wording

(Recipient has registered Arms)

Whereas We, (Sovereign's name) and (Consort's name), by Right of Arms King and Queen of Meridies, do find it meet to reward those who have served Our Realm with great energy, constancy, and loyalty; and Whereas (Recipient's name) has come to Our notice as being well worthy of such recognition; Therefore do We present to [him/her] a Grant of Arms, and confirm [his/her] right to bear (BLAZON). This done by Our command, and under Our own Hands and Seals this (number) day of (month), Anno Societatis (Society year).

-To be signed by Sovereign and Consort, with space for their seals. This award carries precedence and must also be signed by Beacon Principal Herald, with places for a third signature and seal.

ALTERNATIVE:

(Recipient does not have registered Arms)

Whereas We, (Sovereign's name) and (Consort's name), Sovereign and Consort of the Laurel Kingdom of Meridies, are right mindful of your service and loyalty, it is Our desire to bestow upon you, (Recipient's name), a Grant of Arms, confirming your right to bear Arms in Our Realm, and showing to the populace Our esteem and Our recognition of your good works. Done this (number) day of (month) Anno Societatis (Society year), being (year) Gregorian.

-To be signed by Sovereign and Consort, with space for their seals. This award carries precedence and must also be signed by Beacon Principal Herald, with places for a third signature and seal.

ALTERNATIVE:

(Recipient does not have registered Arms)

Let it be known by these presents that We, (Sovereign's name) and (Consort's name), Sovereign and Consort of Meridies, being mindful of your service and loyalty, do hereby bestow upon you, (Recipient's name), a Grant of Arms, thus confirming your right to bear arms in Our realm and showing Our esteem and recognition of your good works. Done by Our Hands this (number) day of (month) Anno Societatis (Society year), being (year) Gregorian.

-To be signed by Sovereign and Consort, with space for their seals. This award carries precedence and must also be signed by Beacon Principal Herald, with places for a third signature and seal.

ALTERNATIVE:

(Recipient does not have registered Arms)

To all be it know that We, (Sovereign's name) and (Consort's name), Sovereign and Consort of Meridies , wish to reward the exemplary service and loyalty of Our subject (Recipient's name). In recognition of your good works , We bestow upon you a Grant of Arms, confirming your right to bear Arms within Our Realm. By Our Hands this (number) day of (month) Anno Societatis (Society year), being (year) by the common reckoning.

-To be signed by Sovereign and Consort, with space for their seals. This award carries precedence and must also be signed by Beacon Principal Herald, with places for a third signature and seal.

ALTERNATIVE:

(Recipient does not have registered Arms)

As the strength of the Kingdom lies in the service of her people, We, (Sovereign's name) and (Consort's name), King and Queen of Meridies, would reward those who have served loyally and faithfully. Upon you, (Recipient's name), We do bestow a Grant of Arms, thus confirming your right to bear Arms within Our Realm, and showing unto the populace Our esteem for your good works. By Our hand this (number) day of (month), Anno Societatis (Society year), being (year) Gregorian.

-To be signed by Sovereign and Consort, with space for their seals. This award carries precedence and must also be signed by Beacon Principal Herald, with places for a third signature and seal.

ALTERNATIVE:

(Recipient does not have registered Arms)

Hear ye one and all, that We, (Sovereign's name) and (Consort's name), Sovereign and Consort of Meridies, do bestow upon (Recipient's name) a Grant of Arms in recognition and esteem of service, loyalty, and good works. We thus confirm [his/her] right to bear Arms in Our Realm, and commend [him/her] before the populace on this (number) day of (month) Anno Societatis (Society year), being (year) in the common reckoning.

-To be signed by Sovereign and Consort, with space for their seals. This award carries precedence and must also be signed by Beacon Principal Herald, with places for a third signature and seal.

[Source: A Handbook for Scribes of the Kingdom of Meridies (doc)]

Lochac Grant of Arms Wording

Let it be known that We Name by right of Arms King of Lochac and Name by grace and beauty, Queen of Lochac give greetings.

We are pleased to confer unto recipients name the rank and Title Honorable Lord/Lady of the realm of Lochac. He/she with grace and courtesy, by extending themselves they have promoted a whole range of endeavors which have only benefited our Realm.

Thus we acknowledge the service with a Grant of Arms and confirm these arms to wit; enter arms as registered with the college of heralds.

Done by our hand and seal this day of month anno societatis year being year in the common era.

Suitable titles ie King, Rex etc Queen, Regina etc

This wording can also be used for Scrolls for the Grant level Awards, Cockatrice,

Silver Pegasus and Red Wyvern. Replace with:

Thus we acknowledge the service with admittance unto our order of insert order name with a Grant of Arms and confirm these arms to wit; enter arms as registered with the college of heralds.

[Source: Lochac College of Scribes Handbook (pdf)]

East Kingdom Grant of Arms (without another award) Wording

Know ye all and sundry that We, (King’s name), King of the East, and (Queen’s name), Queen of the East, recognizing the worth of Our well-beloved and faithful servant, (name of recipient), who has served us well as (reason for award), do give unto him/her this Grant of arms:(blazon or blank space to be filled in later). and he/she shall have the sole and exclusive right to these arms throughout the Known World without let or hindrance. accomplished by Our Hand at (event name) in Our (name of host group) on this (number) day of (month), anno Societatis (year).

King’s signature space            Queen’s signature space

Herald’s signature space

[Source: East Kingdom College of Scribes Handbook (pdf)]

Caid Grant of Arms Wording

Attend, all gentles and nobles unto whom these presents shall come, for King's name and Queen's name, King and Queen of Caid, send commendations and greetings! Our subject, Name, hath pleased Us greatly by his/her service to Our Realm [, most especially in his/her position of Baron/Baroness/office]. We choose to honor him/her with a Grant of Arms, and hereby affirm his/her right to bear the arms Blazon. In token whereof, We grant him/her the privilege of showing as achievement above his/her shield {a steel-grey helmet}/{an ancient coronet Or} with mantling/ribands Color doubled Metal [, as is more lively displayed in the margin]. This have We done on the date day of month, in the year of Our Lord AD year, being the SCA year year of the Society. In testimony whereof We here set Our hand and the Kingdom seal of Caid. Furthermore does Crescent Herald attest by his seal and signature that this document bears true name and arms.

_____________________________     _____________________________
King's Name, Rex Caidis                      Queen's name, Regina Caidis 

_____________________________________
Crescent Principal Herald, Kingdom of Caid

[Source: The Caidian College of Scribes – Scroll Texts]

Atlantia Grant of Arms Wording

Know all by these presents that We <name> and <name>, King and Queen of Atlantia, having determined to give a Grant of Arms to Our subject <name>, for [his/her] service to Our Realm, do hereby affirm [his/her] [sole/unique] and exclusive right to bear <blazon> (place augmentation text after the blazon if required; see below). In witness thereof We set Our hand. Done this<date> of <month>, A.S. <year in Roman numerals> in our <branch>, at <event>.

(*Place confirmation text here if required*)

 Rex Regina Regina

I, Triton Herald of Atlantia, do confirm these arms may be rightfully borne.

*Space for Triton signature*

ALTERNATIVE:

[Be it known/Let it be known/Know all men] by these present letters that We, <name>, King by right of Arms of this Sovereign Realm of Atlantia, and <name> , Our Queen Consort, in keeping with the duties and privileges accorded with the rule of Our

Kingdom here bestow upon <name>a Grant of Arms and confer upon [him/her] all the honors, privileges and responsibilities inherent there unto. In recognition of this We Grant unto [him/her] the sole right to bear without hindrance these Arms: <blazon> (follow with augmentation text if required). Done this <date> of <month>,A.S. <year in Roman numerals> in our <branch>, at <event>.

(*Place confirmation text here if required*)

Rex Regina

Regina

Verum est.

*Space for Triton signature or seal.*

ALTERNATIVE:

Attend all gentle persons and nobles unto whom these presents shall come, for <name> and<name>, King and Queen of Atlantia, send commendations and greetings. Our subject, <name>hath pleased Us greatly by [his/her] service to Our Realm (, most especially in <area of service or office held>). We choose to honor [him/her] with a Grant of Arms and hereby affirm [his/her]right to bear <blazon> (followed by augmentation if required). In token and witness whereof We have set our hand. Done this <date> of <month>, A.S. <year in Roman numerals> in our <branch>, at <event>.

(*Place confirmation text here if required*)

 Rex Regina

I, Triton Herald of Atlantia, do attest that the said arms have been duly registered with the College of Arms.

(* Space for Triton's signature*)

By Tryggvi Grabardr Olsen

ALTERNATIVE:

Right mindful of the excellence of the many tasks performed by <name> in service to the Crown and Kingdom We, <name>, by right of arms Sovereign King of Atlantia and <name> , Our gracious Queen, do commend [his/her] efforts and acknowledge their worth. Therefore do We, from this day henceforth, grant [him/her] the right to bear <blazon> without let or hindrance from any person in accordance with the laws and tradition of Our Kingdom. (Place augmentation text here if required; e.g., [further do

We augment said Arms, to wit: ]). In affirmation We set Our hands. Done this <date> of <month>, A.S. <year in Roman numerals> in our <branch>, at <event>.

(*Place confirmation text here if required*)

 Rex Regina

The college of Arms, finding no impediment to the Arms here blazoned, has assigned their exclusive use to the named noble person.

*Space for Triton signature or seal.*

[Source: Atlantian Scribes Handbook (pdf)]

Atenveldt Grant of Arms Wording

Know all men by these Presents that We, (name of King and Queen), King and Queen of Atenveldt, having determined to give a Grant of Arms to Our Subject, (name of recipient) for their service to Our Realm, and having commanded Our Heralds to devise unique and suitable Arms, do hereby grant them unto the following Ensigns Armorial, to wit: (blazon), and more plainly depicted herein. Henceforth (he / she) shall have the sole and exclusive Right to bear these Arms throughout the Known World without let or hindrance.

In Witness whereof, We set Our Hands this ___ day of ____ Month, Anno Societatis (roman numerals), being (modern date) in the Common Era.

_________________________________ __________________________________

 Rex Atenveldtus                                         Regina

By Mairi Broder

[Source: The Kingdom of Atenveldt Scribe’s Handbook (pdf)]

Artemisia Grant of Arms Wording

Know all by these presents that We, <King's name> and <Queen's name>, King and Queen of Artemisia, having determined to give a Grant of Arms to Our subject, <name>, for (his/her) service to Our realm, do hereby affirm (his/her) (sole/unique) and exclusive right to bear <blazon> (place augmentation text after the blazon if required: e. g. <further do We augment said arms, to wit: ). In witness whereof We set Our hands this __ day of __, Anno Societatis ___, being the year two thousand in the Common Era. (Place confirmation text of the heralds confirming the arms here if required.)

Rex Artemisius Regina

ALTERNATIVE:

(Be it known/Let it be known/ Know all gentles) by these present letters that We, <King's

name>, King by right of arms of this sovereign realm of Artemisia, and <Queen's name>, Our Queen, in keeping with the duties and privileges accorded to the rulers of Our Kingdom here bestow upon <name> a Grant of Arms and confer upon (him/her) all the honors, privileges, and responsibilities inherent thereunto. In recognition of this We grant unto (him/her) the sole and exclusive right to bear without hindrance these arms: <blazon>. Done at Our <name of S.C.A. group> this _ day of ___. Anno Societatis ___, being the year two thousand in the Common Era.

Rex Artemisius Regina

ALTERNATIVE:

Attend all gentle persons and nobles unto whom these presents shall come, for <King's name> and <Queen's name>, King and Queen of Artemisia, send commendations and greetings. Our subject, <name> hath pleased Us greatly by (his/her) service to Our realm (most especially in <area of service or office held>). We choose to honor (him/her) with a grant of arms and hereby affirm (his/her) right to bear <blazon> in the Society for Creative Anachronism. In token and witness whereof We have set Our hands this _ day of ___. Anno Societatis ___, being the year two thousand in the Common Era.

Rex Artemisius Regina

ALTERNATIVE:

Right mindful of the excellence of many tasks performed by <name> in service to the Crown and Kingdom we, <King's name>, by right of arms sovereign King of Artemisia and <Queen's name>, Our gracious Queen, do commend (his/her) efforts and acknowledge their worth.

Therefore do We, from this day henceforth, grant (him/her) the right to bear <blazon> without let or hindrance from any person in accordance with the laws and tradition of Our Kingdom. In affirmation We set Our hands this _ day of ___. Anno Societatis ___, being the year two thousand in the Common Era, in Our <name of S.C.A. group at <name of event>.

Rex Artemisius Regina

[Source: Kingdom of Artemisia Scribal Handbook Part II (pdf)]

Ansteorra Grant of Arms Wording

Know ye that we ______ King and Queen of Ansteorra in consideration of especial service ability and deeds do by this our Charter award unto ______ a Grant of Arms with all responsibilities and privileges thereto appertaining. This is so done and given in our ________ on the ______ day of ______ Anno Societatis ______ being Anno Domini ______.

_______ ______

 King      Queen

[Source: Official Award Texts for the Kingdom of Ansteorra]

Ansteorra Nobility and Grant of Arms Achievement Wording

TO ALL and singular unto whom these presents shall come [name] Star Principal Herald of Ansteorra sends greetings. WHEREAS from the earliest days the valiant and virtuous acts of worthy persons have been commended to the world with sundry emblems of excellence of which the premier have been the granting of arms and nobility and which continues thus to this day AND BEING requested of [name of recipient] to examine the records of the Society College of Arms and my Office do find that by Grant of Arms and

Nobility is entitled to bear ensigns armorial TO WIT [blazon of arms] and livery [livery tinctures] and for the crest [blazon of crest] with supporters the dexter a [blazon of dexter supporter] the sinister a [blazon of sinister supporter] <as more plainly appears in the margin> THE WHICH I the aforesaid Star Principal Herald by the authority of my Office by the Laws of Ansteorra and the Society do confirm unto and for the aforesaid [name of recipient] to have and enjoy forever without let or hindrance by any person whomsoever

IN WITNESS WHEREOF I have hereunto set my hand and seal of Office this [number] day of [month] Anno Societatis [number] being Anno Domini [number].

 ___[signature of Star]___

[Source: Official Achievement Texts for the Kingdom of Ansteorra]

Ansteorra Grant of Arms Achievement Wording

TO ALL and singular unto whom these presents shall come [name] Star Principal Herald of Ansteorra sends greetings. WHEREAS from the earliest days the valiant and virtuous acts of worthy persons have been commended to the world with sundry emblems of excellence of which the premier has been the granting of arms and which continues thus to this day AND BEING requested of [name of recipient] to examine the records of the Society College of Arms and my Office do find that by Grant of Arms is entitled to bear ensigns armorial TO WIT [blazon of arms] and livery [livery tinctures] and for the crest [blazon of crest] <as more plainly appears in the margin> THE WHICH I the aforesaid Star Principal Herald by the authority of my Office by the Laws of Ansteorra and the Society do confirm unto and for the aforesaid [name of recipient] to have and enjoy forever without let or hindrance by any person whomsoever IN WITNESS

WHEREOF I have hereunto set my hand and seal of Office this [number] day of [month] Anno Societatis [number] being Anno Domini [number].

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[Source: Official Achievement Texts for the Kingdom of Ansteorra]

Æthelmearc Grant of Arms Wording

Know ye all and sundry that We, (name of King) King of AEthelmearc and (name of Queen) Our Queen, recognizing the worth of Our well beloved and faithful servant, (recipient’s name), who has served Us well as (reason for award), do give unto him/her this Grant of Arms: (blazon Arms or leave space for them to be added later), and he/she shal have the sole and exclusive right to these Arms throughout the Known World without let or hinderance. By Our Hand at (event) in Our (name of hosting group) on this (#) day of (month) Anno Societatis (year).

**Signatures of King and Queen**

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In accord with all that is proper attend and bear witness. Since those things which are done lapse with the passage of time, and unless they are supported by written testimony, will easily slip the memories of men, We wish it to be known to all people both now and in the future that We, (names of King & Queen), King and Queen of AEthelmearc, knowing well the value of the service of (recipient’s name),especially his/her efforts as (reason) herby Grant unto him/her these Arms (blazon Arms or leave space for them to be added later). We have strengthened this appointment of Ours, corroborating it in writing as witnessed by those assembled at (event) this (#) day of (month) Anno Societatis (year).

**Signatures of King and Queen**

[Source: Kingdom of Æthelmearc Sample Scroll Wordings site]