Definitions
- A noble title used in medieval Europe to denote a military commander or governor of a border province. - Referring to a nobleman who held a rank below a duke and above a count. - Talking about a historical title that is no longer in use today.
- A noble title used in various European countries, denoting a rank above a count and below a duke. - Referring to a nobleman who holds a hereditary title of marquis. - Talking about a historical title that is still in use today in some countries.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are noble titles used in medieval Europe.
- 2Both denote a rank higher than a count.
- 3Both are hereditary titles that can be passed down through generations.
- 4Both are associated with wealth, power, and privilege.
- 5Both are no longer in common use today.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Margrave was used mainly in Germany and Italy, while marquis was used in France, Spain, and England.
- 2Rank: Margrave was a lower rank than a duke, while marquis was a higher rank than a count.
- 3Current usage: Margrave is no longer in use today, while marquis is still used as a noble title in some countries.
Remember this!
Margrave and marquis are both noble titles used in medieval Europe to denote a rank higher than a count. However, there are differences in their origin, etymology, usage, rank, and current usage. Margrave originated in Germany and denoted a military commander or governor of a border province, while marquis originated in France and denoted a ruler of a border area. Margrave was a lower rank than a duke, while marquis was a higher rank than a count. Today, margrave is no longer in use, while marquis is still used as a noble title in some countries.
