Death of Recipient
When a member of an order dies, they are not usually buried with the collar, but it may be displayed on a pillow placed on the coffin during the funeral. Many orders require that after the death of a member of the order, the collar and perhaps other insignia be returned to the issuing authority. Often, the requirement is that a male relative personally return the award to the order.
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