👉 In the context of ancient and medieval Europe, a patricianship was a title given to members of noble families who held the status of members of the Roman imperial family. It was considered an honorific title that conferred access to certain privileges such as patronage and privilege in public affairs. While patricianship was often used to indicate the social standing of their families, it did not necessarily imply a direct line to the Roman Empire or its leaders. Patrician titles were typically bestowed upon
