Terra Pomaria Awards and Orders

Baron's Favor of Terra Pomaria

Favor given out as the Baron deems fit.

Baronesses' Favor of Terra Pomaria

Favor given out as the Baroness deems fit.

Award of the Gime Stone (Pronounced Gem Stone) Registered August 2008

The center of the award is a four-pointed diamond-shaped necklace of Terra Pomaria's populace badge that hangs from the top point. Three smaller diamonds may be gained and hung from the lower three points of the greater diamond as the recipient is recognized for outstanding participation of Arts and Sciences (azure / blue in color), Martial Skill (sable / black in color) and Service (gules / red in color). Recipients receive the center of the award when they are given any one of their first achievements. The award was created by Gawin and Marianna, 3rd Baron and Baroness of Terra Pomaria introduced at Harvest Tourney-Crimson Sky War AS XLI/2006.

Award of the Apple Tree (Also known as the Apple Core) Registered August 2008

Only given to a recipient once being either an individual, a couple or a household for exemplifying the essence of Terra Pomaria in hospitality, action and presentation to all those around them thereby encouraging newcomers to participate in the branch. The award was created by Gawin and Marianna, 3rd Baron and Baroness of Terra Pomaria introduced at Harvest Tourney-Crimson Sky War AS XLI/2006.

Award of the Silver Apple Registered August 2008

Baronial favor given out as the Baron and Baroness deem fit. This award is given for consistent service to the Barony. The form of the award shall be a silver apple charm affixed to a favor ribbon in the Baronial colors of blue and gold. If the same person receives the favor more than once, another charm shall be added to the favor.

Order of the White Scroll Registered August 2008

Membership in this order is accorded by the Baron and Baroness based on recommendation and in consultation with the current members of the order, for consistent and extraordinary service to the Barony, above and beyond the call of sanity. Membership in the order is recognized in the form of a scroll and may only be received once.

Order of the Apple Blossom Registered August 2008

Membership in this order is accorded by the Baron and Baroness based on recommendation and in consultation with the current members of the order. For contributions to and teaching of the many fields of Arts and Sciences such as costuming, calligraphy, illumination, games, heraldry, armoring, etc. Membership in the order is recognized in the form of a scroll and may only be received once.

Order of the Hasel-note (Pronounced Hazelnut) Registered August 2008

Membership in this order is accorded by the Baron and Baroness based on recommendation and in consultation with the current members of the order.For outstanding heraldry service to the Barony. Membership in the order is recognized in the form of a scroll and may only be received once.

Award of the Silver Otter Registered August 2008

Given out as the Baron or Baroness deem fit, to a child 15 years of age or less, for consistent and continued service to the Barony. The form of the award shall be a charm in the form of an otter on a favor. If the same child receives the favor more than once, another charm may be added to the favor.

Order of the Iris of Saint Elizabeth (Also known as Elspeth's Iris) Registered August 2008

Given to the consort of Terra Pomaria's Champions and Defender at the end of their service. The Consort is a companion of the Champion/Defender and is of the opposite gender. This award is a pendant bearing an iris upon it. There is no limit on the number of times the award can be received. The inspiration for the name came from Her Excellency Elspeth of Wyre Forest, 2nd Baroness of Terra Pomaria.

Award of the Blue Pearl (Also known as the Pearl) Registered August 2008

Baronial favor given out as the Baron and Baroness deem fit. This award is given for outstanding chivalric behavior or persona development. The form of the award shall be a necklace of blue and gold with a large pearl. There is no limit on the number of times the award can be received.

Order of the Heart of Saint William (Also known as Heart Stone) Registered August 2008

Baronial favor given out as the Baron and Baroness deem fit and then passed on within a year by the recipient to another person. This award is to recognize service, chivalry, outstanding acts of kindness, to say thanks, etc. This award is in the form of a pendant bearing a heart carved stone. There is no limit on the number of times the award can be received and passed on. The inspiration for the name came from Sir William Percival, 2nd Baron of Terra Pomaria.

Ordre du Piller d'Argent (Also known as the Silver Pillar) Registered August 2008

Once each year the Baron and Baroness may accept nominations for this award. The nomination forms will contain the rules and the due date for returning the nomination. The nomination may only have one name on it, with the reason that they deserve the award, in detail.

After the due date, the nominations are read and counted by the Baron and Baroness. There must be a minimum of 20 nomination forms received to validate the nominations. If one person is nominated by at least 55% of the nominations turned in, that person will receive the award. If no person receives at least 55%, or there is less than 20 nomination forms received, no award will be given that year. This award shall be unique in that the recipient will know that a majority of the entire Barony recommended her or him. The award shall be in the form of a medallion to be hung around the neck, and a scroll. This award may only be received once.