Royal Family Order of Harald V
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The Royal Family Order of Harald V (in norwegian: Kong Harald Vs Husorden) is an order that was instituted following the accession of Harald V to the throne in 1991, upholding the Norwegian monarchical tradition of honouring members of the Royal Family. This decoration is bestowed exclusively upon female members of the Royal House, serving as formal recognition for their service and the official duties performed on behalf of the Monarchy and the State.[citation needed]
Norway| Royal Family Order of Harald V | |
|---|---|
 Insignia | |
| Awarded by King Harald V | |
| Type | Royal Family Order |
| Country | Norway |
| Eligibility | Female members of the Norwegian royal family |
| Criteria | At His Majesty's pleasure |
| Status | Currently constituted |
| Sovereign | Harald V |
 Ribbon of the Order | |
Appearance
The insignia of the order consist of a portrait of Harald V, depicted in middle age, framed by a border of diamonds. The piece is suspended from a red ribbon with blue edges fimbriated in white. Unlike other standardised decorations, the decorative design of the jewelled frame is unique to each recipient, varying between the different examples bestowed.[citation needed]
List of recipients
The Order has been bestowed upon the following members of the Norwegian Royal Family:
Deceased members
- Princess Ragnhild, Mrs. Lorentzen (sister of Harald V; died in 2012).[1][failed verification]
Living members
- Queen Sonja of Norway (wife of Harald V);[2]
- Mette-Marit, Crown Princess of Norway (daughter-in-law of Harald V and wife of Haakon, Crown Prince of Norway);[3]
- Princess Märtha Louise of Norway (daughter of Harald V);[4]
- Princess Astrid, Mrs. Ferner (sister of Harald V);[5]
- Princess Ingrid Alexandra of Norway (granddaughter of Harald V).[6]
Gallery
Queen Sonja wearing her insignia, 2015
Queen Sonja wearing her insignia, 2014
Crown Princess Mette-Marit wearing her insignia, 2014
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