MUST BE NOMINATED:
KNIGHT (“Sir): A gentleman who was nominated, approved by the Sovereign and Royal House of Cappadocia and knighted by the Prince Grand Master or his duly appointed Deputy Grand Master, in time-honored tradition by the sword. Knights are entitled to be known henceforth socially as “Sir” and are bestowed with a sword, rights, decorations, and accouterments.
Advanced Grades are as follows: Knight Commander, Knight Grand Cross, and Knight Grand Cross with Plaque.
NOBILITY: A gentleman, who by Merit (or Birth has been) bestowed by the Sovereign and Royal House of Cappadocia with a Noble Title of Baron; Viscount, Earl/Count, Marquess, Duke; or Prince.
DAME (“Lady”): A woman who was nominated, approved by the Sovereign and Royal House of Cappadocia, and dubbed by the Prince Grand Master or his duly appointed Deputy Grand Master with a scepter a Dame. Ladies are entitled to be known henceforth socially as “Lady or Dame” and are bestowed with a scepter, rights, decorations, and accouterments.
Advanced Grades are as follows: Dame Commander, Dame Grand Cross, and Dame Grand Cross with Plaque.
NOBILITY: A woman who by Merit (or Birth has been) bestowed by the Sovereign and Royal House of Cappadocia with a Noble Title of Baroness, Viscountess, Countess, Marchioness, Duchess, or Princess.