 When an individual is entitled to use multiple post-nominal letters, those of the Order of the Garter appear before all others, except "Bt" or "Bart" (Baronet), "VC" (Victoria Cross) and "GC" (George Cross).In their heraldic achievements, members of the Order of the Garter may encircle their escutcheon with the Garter.Knights and Ladies Companion are also entitled to receive heraldic supporters, a privilege granted to few other private individuals.