Duchess

The rank of Duchess is the fourth level of hereditary titles recognized in most of Kyrn and in particular the Empire of Kyrnia. It ranks above Marchon and below the royal titles of Prince, King and Emperor in the order of precedence. Duchesses are addressed as "Duchess", and "Your Ladyship". The title of Duchess, like other titles in the Empire is associated with a land grant. It is the passing of the land that passes the hereditary title. The spouse of a Duchess is given the honorific title of Duke. The male form of Duchess is Duke  
There are no "court" Duchesses. All Duchesses have large land grants associated with their titles.

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Type

Nobility, Hereditary