American Classic IV (Cardinal 4 Replica)

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One mo question,the emblem looks like a crest, is it an ABU family relation or just Sweden?

Did a little research, so here you go. Hope it answers some questions. 

The National Coat of Arms of Sweden  — the symbol of purveyors to the Crown

The Greater Coat of Arms is used mainly by Sweden's head of state, but also by the Swedish Riksdag (Par-liament) and government (chiefly the diplomatic service). Companies with royal warrants are the only exceptions to the law which prohibits the use of the national coat of arms in connection with commercial activities. These companies may use the Greater Coat of Arms in an appropriate way to indicate in their marketing that they are holders of a royal warrant.

A number of highly detailed rules specify how the coat of arms may be used in print. First and foremost, it must not be distorted in appearance or colour.

The wording "By Appointment to H.M. the King of Sweden" is in Swedish called:
Kunglig Hovleverantör.

Because a royal warrant can be withdrawn, the coat of arms may not be incorporated into a company's trademark or be displayed on the exterior of its premises. The words Kunglig Hovleverantör (Purveyor to H.M. the King) should appear immediately next to the coat of arms.

In fields where there is a long tradition of craftsmanship, companies with a royal warrant may be permitted to use an occupational title in combination with the coat of arms. Thus among the present King's suppliers there are, for example, a number of jewellers to H.M. the King, a silversmith to H.M. the King, and a bookbinder to H.M. the King. These should not, however, be confused with titles such as Court Singer, Court Dancer and Court Trumpeter, which are awarded by the King to leading Swedish singers, musicians and dancers as a token of his appreciation. Unlike companies, it is not possible for an individual to apply for a title such as "Court Singer".

*Extract from the book By Appointment to His Majesty The King of Sweden.

FAQ by Wilhelm Reuterswärd, Surveyor of the Royal Court of Sweden:

1. How does a business qualify for a Royal Warrant?
Swedish royal warrants are these days awarded by H.M. the King of Sweden and H.M. the Queen of Sweden. To qualify for a royal warrant a company must deliver its goods or services to the Court, and, the order must come from the Royal Court, wich naturally pays for the goods or service. A company which delivers a product to the Court on its own initiative does not thereby automatically receive a royal warrant. A Royal Warrant is personal and usually awarded to the Managing Director.        
            
2. Who is eligible for a Royal Warrant?
To be eligible for a royal warrant a company must supply goods or services to a member of the Royal Family. The company must be registered in Sweden and have been delivering goods or services regularly. How often the company delivers its goods or services to the Court naturally depends on what these are. Engströms Livs, the royal grocer, makes frequent deliveries, while companies like Saab Automobile or the jewelers W.A. Bolin obviously do not. The company must also have a good reputation and come up to high demands on moral and ethics.

3. What benefits does a Royal Warrant bestow?
The award is a proof of the fact that the company's products or services are appreciated, and, if wanted, confirmed by a diploma. The royal warrant receives the right to display the appropriate Royal Arms/Bagde in the marketing of their products or services. The Royal Arms/Badge contains the National Coat of Arms with the wording "By Appointment to...".

4. Does the Royal Warrant carry any restrictions?
Yes, the company must act in accordance with the Royal Warrant's Rules.

5. Why might a company or individual lose a Royal Warrant?
A royal warrant can be withdrawn at any time, although in practice this happens very rarely. Reasons for doing so might be that the company has been mismanaged, has entered a new line of business, or has stopped manufacturing the product which it had been supplying to the royal household. Normally, the Royal Warrant is awarded during a period of ten years, and after this period the Warrant can be reconsiderated. Since a Royal Warrant is personal and usually awarded to the Managing Director, the company must apply for a prolongation of the Royal Warrant if there is a change in the company leadership. Otherwise, the company will lose its Royal Warrant.

6. Does the Royal Court pay for the goods and service?
Yes, of course.

7. What does a Royal Warrant cost?
Nothing, to become a Royal Warrant Holder. A diploma can be purchased at cost price, SEK 1,500.

8. Does the Royal Family only obtain products or services from Royal Warrant Holders?
No. Purchases are also made from other sources.

9. What happens when the Grantor dies?
Royal Warrant Holders to earlier Kings and Queens in Sweden can use the wording "By Appointment to the late...". But, only companies awarded by the present king is allowed to use the Royal Arms/Badge containing The National Coat of Arms.

10. How many business qualify for a Royal Warrant every year?
Only a few.

11. How many Warrants are there?
Today, approx. 130 companies:

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