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Countship of Lemos
COA Count of Lemos.svg
Creation date 26 May 1456
Monarch Henry IV
Peerage Peerage of Spain
First holder Pedro Álvarez Osorio, 1st Count of Lemos
Present holder Carlos Fitz-James Stuart y Martínez de Irujo, 23rd Count of Lemos

The Count of Lemos (in Spanish, Conde de Lemos) is a special family title in Spain. It's a "hereditary title," which means it passes down through families, usually from parent to child. This title also comes with the important rank of a Grandee of Spain.

The title was first created in 1456 by King Henry IV. He gave it to Pedro Álvarez Osorio. This happened because Pedro married Beatriz Enríquez de Castilla, who was a cousin of the king.

The name "Lemos" comes from the town of Monforte de Lemos. This town is located in Lugo, a province in Spain.

What is a Count and a Grandee?

A Count is a noble title, like a duke or a marquis. It's a very old title that shows a family's important history and status.

A Grandee of Spain is an even more special rank. It means the person holding the title has a very high position among the Spanish nobility. They have certain special privileges, like being able to remain covered in the presence of the King of Spain.

Who Were the Counts of Lemos?

Since 1456, many people have held the title of Count or Countess of Lemos. Here is a list of the people who have held this important title over the centuries:

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Condado de Lemos para niños

  • List of current Grandees of Spain
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