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Aristocratic Titles for Sale
Our firm has in its archives an immense portfolio of aristocratic titles of nobility for sale. Here you can buy a French or Italian aristocratic title of nobility. We are exclusively dedicated to the genuine sale of hereditary and fully inheritable aristocratic titles...
The Hierarchy of European Nobility
The nobility of Europe is a topic that intrigues and fascinates people from all walks of life, the world over. There is something endlessly captivating about the esteemed and privileged classes who have enjoyed a position within the finest social circles across the...
Aristocratic Titles of Medieval Europe (Part 1)
The Aristocracy of Medieval Europe comprised illustrious groups of wealthy and powerful noble men and women, an elite class that was second only in rank to the royal families and reigning sovereigns. The realm of aristocracy featured the highest social positions, the...
Aristocratic Titles of Medieval Europe (Part 2)
In Part 1 of this series of Aristocratic Titles of Medieval Europe, we examined the highest-ranking roles of Europe’s noble classes, from the semi-royal positions of Archdukes and Grand Dukes, to the esteemed roles of Dukes, Marquesses and Counts. In Part 2, we...
The Oldest Castle In Germany
There is some debate over which of Germany's 25,000 castles can rightly claim to be The Oldest of Them All. With so many castles dating from the early Middle Ages, it can be difficult to accurately state which is officially Germany's Oldest Castle, especially as many...
The Oldest Noble Family In Europe
The history of medieval and Renaissance Europe features a whole host of legendary noble families. It is difficult to state which of the ancient noble families of Europe is officially the oldest, as this can depend on a whole range of definitions and criteria. However,...
The Oldest Fairy Tale Castles in Germany
Germany is renowned for its fairy tale castles. Although there are estimated to be over 25,000 castles throughout Germany, many of the more famous castles, the legendary Neuschwanstein for example, are relatively modern buildings, built in the last two hundred years,...
The History of Noble Titles for Sale in Europe
It's generally believed that only those born into 'blue-blood' families can ever be noble. However, this is not always the case. After all, these noble family lines had to begin somewhere. For every aristocratic family, there was a point of origin, a single founder...
Top Ten Must-See German Palaces
With over 25,000 castles in Germany, it can be difficult to know which ones to visit, or which area of Germany to base your trip. And with so many castles, there is such a vast range of architectural styles and structures. For example, many medieval castles were built...
Ancient French Feudal Barony For Sale
We have in our archives several kinds of French nobility Titles of Baron for sale. In this world dominated by the loss of the traditional values and globalisation, there are many people interested in obtaining noble & feudal titles. Some want the titles for...
Five of the Most Famous Castles in Italy
Like many European countries, Italy’s turbulent and dramatic history gave rise to a wealth of castles and fortified buildings. Whether built to protect their coastline from invaders across the seas, or to fortify the northern territories against the threat from...
French Nobility Titles & Ranks in The Middle Ages
French Titles of Nobility The French Nobility of the Middle Ages comprised the class of people below the reigning sovereign in the country's social order. At the pinnacle of the social hierarchy were the emperors and empresses, the kings and queens. These positions...
What Are the Characteristics of Aristocracy?
The idea of aristocracy conjures up a rich array of imagery and history. From the dazzling grandeur of a British Baronet's Banquet, to the fabulous wealth and power of Venetian Merchant families, the elite worlds of the aristocratic classes can be as diverse as they...
Famous Noble Families of Medieval Europe
The noble families of medieval Europe shaped the very history of the period. From their esteemed positions of power and privilege, the famous noble houses of the Middle Ages impacted the politics and governance, influenced the royal dynasties and the church, and left...
Nobility Ranks & Royal Titles Around the World
The common European ranks of royals and nobles are quite well known. Most people are familiar with Kings and Queens, Counts and Dukes, Lords and Barons etc… Some royal and noble titles, however, are less well known, perhaps because they belong to unfamiliar cultures,...
What are Aristocrats?
The stories and lifestyles of aristocrats have intrigued and captivated people for centuries. Even in the times of Ancient Greece and Ancient Rome, the ordinary man and woman would have been fascinated by the members of this social elite. Louis de Silvestre / Public...
Why Are There So Many Castles in Germany?
Europe is famous for its abundance of castles, many dating back to medieval times. With so many neighbouring nations, as well as the turbulent history of the last 1000 years, European countries needed to defend their territories and protect their people. In medieval...
Famous Aristocratic Families of Medieval Europe
The aristocratic families of medieval Europe provided some of history's most captivating characters and legendary stories. From saints to infamous sinners, from military heroes to conquering queens, a richly diverse cast of fabled nobles left their indelible marks on...
The Best Castles in Europe for History Lovers
The castles of Europe each have their own unique and fascinating stories to tell. Some are fairytale legends of happy unions, or triumph over adversity. Some are complicated family sagas, full of intrigue, drama and scandal. While others reflect the cultural changes...
Ancient Italian Duchy For Sale
In some cases, we are able to research Italian Duchies. It is indeed a title with a very scarce availability, and there are just a few left. Should you be interested in the acquisition of this type of title, please inform us at your earliest convenience, as this is...