Marchesina
Serene Highness
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The English Wikipedia says that Philippe was awarded the Grand Cordon of the Order of Leopold only in 1990 when he was already about 30 years old.
If the same pattern applies to Princess Elisabeth, the chances of her getting a Belgian order on her 18th birthday or anytime soon are close to none. In any case, it is a decision that doesn't depend on the King alone. I believe any Royal Decree awarding orders in Belgium has to be countersigned (thus approved) by Belgian ministers.
My dream (they rarely come true when it comes to the Belgian Royal Family) is for a commemorative photo for her 18th birthday with a dress, tiara and order. But alas, I think she will receive when only when she'll start her life as a working royal, attending galas and state banquets.