Sash of the Three Orders
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The Sash of the Three Orders (Portuguese: Banda das Três Ordens, or Banda da Grã-Cruz das Três Ordens) is a decoration that combines the insignia of the Grand Crosses of the Military Orders of Christ, Aviz and St. James of the Sword. It is the symbol of the Portuguese presidential magistracy, in their capacity as the fount of the Portuguese honours system; therefore, it cannot be conferred on nationals or foreigners, nor can it be used outside the exercise of office of the President.
Sash of the Three Orders Banda das Três Ordens | |
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Awarded by Portuguese Republic | |
Type | Presidential Sash and Breast Star |
Established | 17 June 1789[1] |
Motto | Praeclara Clarissimi |
Eligibility | President of the Republic in office |
Awarded for | exclusive use of the President of Portugal in office |
Grand Master | President of the Portuguese Republic |
Grades | Grand Cross (BTO)[2] |
Precedence | |
Next (higher) | None |
Next (lower) | Sash of the Two Orders |
Ribbon bar of the Sash of the Three Orders |
Unlike other decorations, the Sash is not granted to Presidents upon their inauguration, but rather only worn by them during their terms in office.[3] It can be worn with any of the Grand Collars of the orders possessing that grade, but without the sash and wearing the respective order's star that gives precedence to that of the Three Orders' Sash.[4]