The Pontifical Parafrenieri (Grooms) (singular: Parafraniere) are high members of the Pontifical Court of the United Roman-Ruthenian Church in direct service of the Prince-Bishop. The Pontifical Parafrenieri are a special ceremonial attendants of the Prince-Bishop of Rome-Ruthenia. They are noble liverymen and attend to the Prince-Bishop when in a vehicle. They are also the chair-bearers who carry the Prince-Bishop on the sedia gestatoria when it is used. Overall, they assist with ceremonial functions. They are entitled to a special red habit or red uniform, and each holds the rank of Count Palatine of the Pontifical Imperial State.
Left: Parafreniere in red court robes; Right: Parafreniere in red civil uniform
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Pontifical Imperial State
of Rome-Ruthenia
United Roman-Ruthenian Church