The Order of Christian VII, also known as “Tessera Concordiæ” or “Christian VIIs Orden” in Danish, was a knighthood order established on October 21, 1774, by King Christian VII of Denmark. It was created to replace the Order of Mathilde after Queen Caroline Mathilde’s banishment in 1772.
This order was exclusively for the Danish royal family, awarded to both men and women. The order fell into disuse after the death of Queen-Dowager Juliana Maria in 1796.
The Order of Christian VII Design
Men wore the insignia on the left breast, while women wore it on a bow on their left shoulder. Notably, Danish Princess Louise Augusta was depicted wearing it in a 1784 portrait by Jens Juel.
