Medieval Glossary
Peerage
The positions and rankings of nobility that existed in England. Peerages were granted by the king or queen. Hereditary peerages were usually passed on to the eldest son as an inheritance. If there was no son in the line, then rules existed for who would receive the peerage.
Related term(s): Noble; Duke; Earl; Baron
Category: Society
Added: 08.09.04
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