Order of Theresa

Order of Theresa
Theresien-Orden
Badge and ribbon of the order
Awarded by Kingdom of Bavaria
TypeOrder of chivalry for women
Established12 December 1827
Royal houseHouse of Wittelsbach
MottoOur life is Faith in Eternity
StatusHouse Order
FounderQueen Therese of Bavaria
SovereignFranz, Duke of Bavaria
Grand MistressPrincess Elisabeth
ChancellorPrincess Sophie
GradesGrand Mistress
Lady of Honour
Lady

Ribbon bar of the order

The Order of Theresa was an order for noble ladies in the Kingdom of Bavaria. It continues to function today as an honorary society to which belong the princesses of the House of Wittelsbach as well as other ladies from Bavarian noble families.