Royal Collection & Regalia
The Royal Collection
The Royal Collection of the House of Hearts comprises the regalia, artefacts and ceremonial items held in trust by the institution. Each item is documented in the official catalogue.
Introduction to the Collection
The Introduction to the Royal Collection provides an overview of the collection, its history and the principles under which it is held in trust.
Royal Collection of Regalia
The complete catalogue of the Royal Collection of Regalia.
The Catalogue
Catalogue of Items
Grand Tear of the Guiding Star
Entry 1
The Raven's Armoury
The Raven's Armoury is the collective designation for the weapons, armour and martial instruments held within the Royal Collection.
Entry 2
The Crown of Guardianship
The Crown of Guardianship is the principal crown of the House of Hearts, worn by the Head of the House on formal ceremonial occasions.
Entry 3
The Orb of Guardianship
The Orb of Guardianship is a ceremonial orb held within the Royal Collection, representing the sovereign duty of care held by the House.
Entry 4
The Sceptre of Guardianship
The Sceptre of Guardianship is a ceremonial sceptre held within the Royal Collection, representing the executive authority of the Head of the House.
Entry 5
The Ring of Guardianship
The Ring of Guardianship is a signet ring held within the Royal Collection, used to authenticate formal instruments of the House.
Entry 6
The Pearls of Vigil
The Pearls of Vigil are a set of ceremonial pearls held within the Royal Collection, associated with the observance and remembrance traditions of the House.
The Royal Collection is held in trust by the House of Hearts. Catalogue entries are published as items are formally documented and approved for public record. Descriptions preserve the wording of the official catalogue.