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Royal Consorts of Cyprus

Consorts of the Rulers of Cyprus

Imperators and Despots in Cyprus

Byzantine titles had no territorial qualification, so there were no emperors or despots of Cyprus.

Comneni Dynasty (1184-1191)

During this period, the rulers of Cyprus did not have consorts with specific titles as emperors or despots.

House of Lusignano (1192-1489)

### Consorted Queens Holders of Cyprus

The House of Lusignano ruled Cyprus from 1192 to 1489. The consorts of the rulers during this period were:

* Followed the law of primogeniture, which was also followed in the kingdoms of Jerusalem and Cyprus.

House of Savoy (1485-1490)

### Line of Philip II of Savoy

The line of succession follows the salica law of Casa Savoia. This means that the throne would pass to the nearest male relative according to the Salic law, which excludes women from inheriting the throne.

### Savoy Iolanda Line and House of Brienne (1490-current)

Both lines follow the law of primogeniture, which was also followed in the kingdoms of Jerusalem and Cyprus. This means that the eldest child inherits the throne, regardless of sex.

Notes

* The Kingdom of Cyprus was a medieval kingdom that existed from 1192 to 1489.
* The Lusignano dynasty ruled Cyprus for nearly three centuries.
* The House of Savoy and its branches have been involved in the succession of the Cypriot throne since the late 15th century.

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