Description
Information about the family history and the coat of arms
Family history
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Family history Bo von Song
Count of Song
The history of the Song dynasty begins with a transition between two eras of China. When the Zhou dynasty replaced the Shang dynasty in the 11th century BC, the royal family was allowed to continue honoring their ancestors. Weizi, a relative of the last Shang king, therefore received a territory around Shangqiu. There he founded the Song dynasty and continued the old family line with the ancestral name Zi.
This origin gave the rulers of Song a special dignity. At the court of the Zhou they were regarded as guardians of the noble rites and memories of the Shang. Over many generations, their descendants ruled the country, initially with different ranks of nobility and later predominantly as dukes. The capital Shangqiu was conveniently located between the great states of the East and developed into a vibrant center.
Among the most prominent members of the family was Duke Xiang in the 7th century BC. He supported an allied prince from Qi in taking his rightful position, and subsequently sought a leading role among the princes. He became famous especially for his ideal of chivalrous fairness: According to one tradition, he did not want to attack an opponent before his army had completely crossed a river. The decision was militarily daring, but it made him the symbol of decency and principle loyalty that is still debated today.
Song held sway for centuries among powerful neighbors such as Chu, Qi, and Wei. His rulers promoted rituals, diplomacy, and a culture in which the memory of the Shang remained alive. Confucius was traditionally associated with a family branch that migrated from Song to Lu.
In 286 BC, the territory of the state entered a new political order. Many of the descendants and former residents adopted Song as their family name and continued to carry the memory. Thus, the legacy of the house lives on not only in ancient chronicles but also in one of the Chinese names still known today.
Sources: Chinese Text Project, ChinaKnowledge, UNESCO, Wikipedia
Coat of arms & Heraldry
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Family coat of arms Bo von Song
On a patinated bronze round table is the golden sign 宋, above it is a black, extended Xuanniao; the frame is decorated with Taotie and Leiwen ornaments, black and dark red silk ribbons, and a bronze rank setting.
Song was a Zhou-era state that was passed down to the descendants of the Shang royal house. A European-style Wappensystem did not exist.
Sources: Religion of the Shang dynasty, Xuanniao, National Museum of China
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.
