British Order of St Michael and St George GCMG Grand Cross Breast Star Badge

Order of St Michael and St George – GCMG Grand Cross Breast Star A striking collector-made reproduction of the Grand Cross Breast Star of The Most Distinguished Order of St Michael and St George, one of Britain's historic orders of chivalry. This design represents the insignia associated with the Order's highest class – Knight Grand Cross / Dame Grand Cross (GCMG). The elaborate construction combines brilliant silver-tone rays with contrasting gold-tone rays, a red Cross of St George, rich blue enamel detailing, and the traditional central image of St Michael overcoming evil. Historic GCMG Grand Cross Design The Grand Cross star is distinguished from the lower Knight Commander / Dame Commander star by its more elaborate radiating design. The silver starburst is interspersed with golden rays, giving the insignia the exceptional visual presence associated with the highest grade of the Order. Around the central medallion appears the historic motto: “AUSPICIUM MELIORIS AEVI” “Token of a Better Age” Design Features Grade: Knight / Dame Grand Cross – GCMG Type: Grand Cross Breast Star Construction: Detailed multi-layer metalwork Finish: Silver-tone and gold-tone radiating rays Cross: Red St George cross Centre: St Michael motif with blue enamel motto surround Condition: Brand new collector-made reproduction About the Order Founded in 1818, The Most Distinguished Order of St Michael and St George has historically been associated with distinguished service overseas, diplomacy, foreign affairs and Commonwealth service. The Order has three principal classes: Grand Cross (GCMG), Commander (KCMG / DCMG), and Companion (CMG). The GCMG represents the highest class. For the Collector With its dramatic combination of silver, gold, red and blue, this Grand Cross star is one of the most visually impressive British chivalric insignia. It is an excellent display piece for collections of: British Orders & Decorations Royal and Chivalric Insignia British Diplomatic History Heraldry European Orders of Chivalry Historical Medal & Badge Collections Important: This is a modern collector-made historical reproduction. It is not an original period award and is not officially issued insignia. It does not confer or imply any title, rank, membership, honour or entitlement. The item supplied is the style shown in the product photographs.