Order of the Crown (Monaco) of the cross is the monogram of the order's founder Rainier III, in gold. The medallion in the center of the cross bears a prince's crown. On the reverse of the badge the medallion bears the lozengy arms of Monaco and the House of Grimaldi. The badge is mounted by an oak and laurel wreath. The star of the order is identical to the badge, but lacks the wreath for mounting. Additionally, the center medallion is surrounded by a ring of lozenges. The ribbon of the order is olive green with a central red stripe. Order of the Crown (Monaco)
Line of succession to the former throne of Hyderabad Line of succession to the former throne of Hyderabad The line of succession to the former throne of Hyderabad was by male primogeniture, regardless of legitimacy. As per Mughal Turkic custom, however, the ruling Nizam could exercise the option of designating any eligible male member of the dynasty as his successor. The wealthiest ruling dynasty in the world during the early 20th century, the Nizams of Hyderabad ruled over a vast and largely autonomous principality in central India from the early 18th century until 1948. Descended from a senior Mughal governor, the family is related by marriage to the imperial