Object number
6110.2.1
Description
Badge for the Order of the British Empire (Mil.), with ribbon, 1st type. hallmarked for 1919 amd with maker's mark SG on reverse. Awarded to Maj J.W. Pearce. A cross patonce (four arms with three points on each arm) of silver-gilt surmounted by an Imperial Crown. In the circular centre are the crowned effigies of King George V and his consort Queen Mary. The centre is surrounded by a circular band, bearing the motto ‘FOR GOD AND THE EMPIRE’. The reverse of the medal has a rope circle with the Royal Cypher, surmounted by an Imperial Crown. The ribbon is brown with a central red stripe.
Date
1914 - 1918
Production period
World War One