phaleristics
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- Definition
- Notable phalerists
- References
- Further reading
- External links
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Phaleristics, from the Greek mythological hero Phalerus (, Phaleros) via the Latin ('heroics'), sometimes spelled faleristics, is an auxiliary science of history and numismatics which studies orders, fraternities, and award items, such as medals, ribbons, and other decorations.