gold stick

noun

1. the gilded rod carried on state occasions by certain members of the royal household.
2. the bearer of it.

Gold Stick

noun

1. a gilt rod carried by the colonel of the Life Guards or the captain of the gentlemen-at-arms
2. the bearer of this rod

Word History and Origins

Origin of gold stick¹

First recorded in 1795–1805

Example Sentences

But it also involves crowns, carriages and robes and titles like "Gold Stick" and "Black Rod".

From BBC

But it‘s worth noting that Anne was given the ceremonial role of “Gold Stick in Waiting,” meaning she was charged with protecting the monarch from harm — specifically physical harm, though in this case she may have been protecting him from damaging memes.

From Los Angeles Times

Sorry, Harry, she was chosen as Gold Stick in Waiting and holds a variety of military titles.

From Seattle Times

Sorry, Harry, she was chosen as Gold Stick in Waiting and holds a variety of military titles.

From Washington Times

One of the people they talked to was Aaron Logan, founder of Logan Sports Group, the Ontario-based company that has produced hundreds of commemorative items — including a gold stick to mark Ovechkin’s 500th goal in 2016 — for NHL teams over the years.

From Washington Post