Description
Information about the family history and the coat of arms
Family history
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Family history of Knjas of Chernigov
Prince of Tschernigow
The history of the princes of Chernigov is one of the great family narratives of medieval Rus. The city received its first glorious center in 1024 under Mstislaw the Brave, a son of Vladimir the Great. He ruled the territories east of the Dnieper and promoted church building, crafts, and chronicles. Chernigov grew into one of the most important cities in Europe.
The permanent princely line began in 1054 with Swjatoslaw Jaroslawich, a son of Jaroslaw the Wise of the House of Rurikids. His descendants made Chernigov the center of a vast territory that extended from the Dnieper to areas on the Oka and Don rivers. Several grand princes of Kiev came from this family.
Oleg Swiatoslawich was particularly influential; after that his descendants were called Olgowitschi. In 1094 he regained Chernigov for the family. At the Prince's Day of Lyubets in 1097, the possession of his relatives was confirmed. From here the house branched out to Nowgorod-Sewerski, Murom, Ryazan and into numerous smaller principalities. This created a vibrant network of related estates that shaped the politics and culture of Rus over generations.
In the 12th century, princes such as Vsevolod Olegovich and Svyatoslav Wsevolodovich also ruled in Kiev for a time. The court of Chernigov promoted stone churches, painting, and the written tradition. The adventures of related princes even found their way into the famous Igor song.
The Mongol invasion of 1239 fundamentally changed the political landscape. Prince Mikhail Wsevolodovich was later revered as a saint, while his descendants laid the foundations for new lines in Brjansk and the upper Oka region. In the 14th century, Chernigov came under the influence of Lithuania. However, the Olgovichs continued to live in numerous princely houses and carried on the Rurikid legacy well into the modern era. Cathedrals and chronicles still preserve their impressive history.
Sources: Encyclopedia of Ukraine, Ukrainian Institute for National Memory, Encyclopedia of the History of Ukraine, Britannica
Coat of arms & Heraldry
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Family coat of arms Knjas of Chernigov
The depiction follows the historical coat of arms of the Principality of Chernigov: the black eagle in a silver field with a golden cross. The princely cap and ermine mantle denote the rank of a knyaz.
In silver, a black, gilded and crowned eagle with outstretched wings; in the left claw a long golden procession cross; over the shield a Russian princely cap; the whole on a red, ermine-lined princely mantle with golden ribbons.
The eagle has been handed down since the 17th century as a territorial symbol of Chernigov in Russian titular and victory medals.
Sources: Emperor Titular of 1672, Alexander Lakier, Russian Heraldry, Heraldicum, Coat of Arms of Chernigov, Historical Museum W. W. Tarnowski in Chernihiv, Contributions to Seal and Town Arms
Overview of your title package
What the title of nobility contains
Discover the fascination of historical noble titles. With each appointment, you receive a first-class package that perfectly combines tradition, personal recognition, and stylish representation:
Your certificate
Authentic design with a historic flair: For each region, we create a certificate of appointment in the distinctive, country-specific style – complete with the appropriate coat of arms of your chosen title.
Share this special moment: Upon request, you will receive a free partner certificate and certificates for your children, so that the whole family can participate in the tradition.
Your own coat of arms
Each title comes with the corresponding historical coat of arms, which you receive as a high-resolution file. You can use it completely freely in private and professional contexts – whether on letterhead, business cards, or seals.
The Companion Book
The book „My Title“ takes you in detail into the multifaceted world of your new aristocratic title and offers valuable practical tips for everyday life, stylish guidance, and background information on history.
Our accessories
Golden ID Card
Crafted from premium aluminum in business card format, the gold ID Card makes your title look stylish and mobile.
Gold coins
Fine gold and silver-plated medallions combine coats of arms, names and titles in a glossy, unique design.
Emblem stamp
The self-inking stamp quickly, cleanly and precisely transfers your personal emblem onto letterhead paper.
My own wine
Choose fine red or white wine with an elegant, personalized label for a stylish look.
Wappen Gläser
The masterfully engraved wine glasses display their coat of arms, name and title in stunning brilliance.
Precision pliers
The elegant embossing pliers embellishes letterheads or documents with a tactile, colourless relief embossing.
Honorary membership
Membership of the Noble Society Institute enriches your title with another dimension of exclusive representation. Validated by a magnificent certificate in your name, with no ongoing fees or obligations.
