Baronial Orders & Awards
The Barony of the Sacred Stone recognizes and celebrates the diverse talents, martial prowess, artistic achievements, and tireless service of its populace. Baronial awards and polling orders are bestowed by Their Excellencies during Court to honor those who enrich our community.
Submitting Award Recommendations
Their Excellencies rely on the populace to bring deserving individuals to their attention. If you know someone whose contributions, service, or craftsmanship merit recognition, please submit an award recommendation prior to upcoming baronial events.
- Submit an Award Recommendation — Send your recommendation directly to Their Excellencies.
- View the Baronial Order of Precedence — Check an individual’s past awards and precedence history.
- Scribal & Scroll Guidelines — Access line art and sample scroll text if you are contributing scroll work for an award recipient.
If you are interested in contributing a scroll for an award or order recipient, please view our scribal information page.
Line art and sample scroll text is available for Baronial awards and orders.
Baronial Polling Orders
Order of the Sacred Stone
Baronial Service Order
Established in 1982 to recognize outstanding service and dedication to the barony over a long period of time and with the promise of continuing service in the future.
Order Principle: Lady Niccolina the Wanderer
Order of the Phoenix Eye
Baronial A&S Order
Established in 1982 to recognize outstanding Arts and Sciences achievements within the Barony of the Sacred Stone. This includes the teaching of that art in the Barony and its use on the Barony’s behalf.
Order Principle: Lady Alexandra Scott de Northumberland
Order of the Phoenix Claw
Baronial Combat Order
Established in 1983 to recognize outstanding performance on the field of battle in heavy weapons within the Barony of the Sacred Stone. In 1991, Baron Bran Trefonnen opened this Order to rapier as well.
Order Principle: Lord Alesander Davidson
Order of the Phoenix Heart
Baronial Courtesy/Chivalry Order
Established in 1988 to recognize courtesy and chivalry in the Barony of the Sacred Stone. The original name of the Order had to be changed to its current name in 1992.
Order Principle: Lord Seamus O’Gallagher
Order of the Yeoman of the Sacred Stone
Baronial Archery Order
Created in 1991 to recognize outstanding light weapons contributions on the field, specifically archers and scouts. This is not currently a polling Order due to its small size.
Order Principle: Lord Thorólf
Baronial Recognition Awards
The Award of the Flame of the Phoenix
Created and first given in 1986 as special recognition for the contributions of newcomers to the Barony. It is now an award recognizing an outstanding feat of service in the Barony.
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The Award of the Feather of the Phoenix
Created and first given in 1986 to recognize the special contributions made by the Barony’s children 10 and under.
The Baronial Award of Excellence
First given in 1991 and recognizes outstanding achievement in the Arts & Sciences by a specific work or project. It is now an award of general excellence.
The Award of the Talon of the Phoenix
First given in 1992 and recognizes outstanding achievement on the field of battle during a specific event.
The Award of the Drakken Egg
First given in 1993 to recognize contributions made on the behalf of newcomers. It is now an award recognizing outstanding contributions made by newcomers.
The Award of the Spirit of the Phoenix
First given in 2001 and recognizes contributions made on behalf of the Barony from people who live outside its geographical boundaries.
The Award of the Spark of the Phoenix
Recognizes outstanding achievement in the Arts & Sciences by a specific work or project. Name changed in 2013.
Retired Awards
Over the history of the Barony, certain honors and orders have been closed or retired as heraldic structures and baronial customs evolved. While these awards are no longer bestowed in court, we continue to honor the legacy and contributions of those who received them. A complete record of past honors and historical recipients can be viewed in the Baronial Order of Precedence.