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A '''viscount''' is a [[noble]] who is [[rank]]ed higher than a [[baron]] but below a [[count]]. Traditionally, they are the son or younger brother of a count. |
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In [[England]], the title was also used after the [[Norman conquest]] for the [[Shire]] [[Reeve]] or [[sheriff]]. A viscountess is a female viscount. |
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Revision as of 16:22, 18 August 2004
A viscount is a noble who is ranked higher than a baron but below a count. Traditionally, they are the son or younger brother of a count. In England, the title was also used after the Norman conquest for the Shire Reeve or sheriff. A viscountess is a female viscount.
In the SCA, a viscount is a person who has ruled a principality at least once. They are referred to as "Your Excellency" and wear a coronet of their choice, most commonly with pearls.
