PATRON COMMITMENTS
(Applies to the Aureate Circle and the Meridian Order)
Term of Recognition
Status is conferred for a twelve‑month term beginning on the date of acceptance. Continuation beyond this period is not assured; renewal is a privilege extended solely at the discretion of the House of Aston Thomas.
Payment
Status is secured through a single annual retainer, remitted in full upon acceptance. Monthly installments are not offered — payment at once underscores the seriousness and rarity of entry.
Refunds
Refunds are not provided. Status is recognition, not a transaction; once conferred, it cannot be revoked or reversed.
Commitment
By entering the Circle, each patron commits to:
• Upholding the discretion and heritage of Aston Thomas
• Recognizing foresight as a collectible legacy, not a commodity
• Accepting that access is scarce, limited to a small number of patrons worldwide each year, and that renewal is never guaranteed