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British Order of St. Michael and St. George Medal Ribbon – New Old Stock
An unused New Old Stock (NOS) ribbon representing the Most Distinguished Order of St. Michael and St. George, one of Britain's historic orders of chivalry.
Historical Background
The Order of St. Michael and St. George was established on April 28, 1818, by the Prince Regent, later King George IV, to recognize distinguished service associated with British territories in the Mediterranean, particularly Malta and the Ionian Islands.
Over time, the order evolved into an important British honor for diplomatic service, overseas administration, and contributions to international relations.
The order consists of three classes: Knight or Dame Grand Cross (GCMG), Knight or Dame Commander (KCMG/DCMG), and Companion (CMG).
Why It Was Awarded
The order recognizes distinguished service to the United Kingdom, particularly in diplomacy, foreign affairs, and overseas public administration.
Recipients have included ambassadors, senior government officials, colonial administrators, and individuals whose work significantly advanced British interests abroad.
Item Details
Country: United Kingdom
Decoration: Most Distinguished Order of St. Michael and St. George
Established: April 28, 1818
Type: British order of chivalry
Condition: New Old Stock (NOS)
Item offered: Ribbon only
SKU: BRI123
An attractive addition to a collection of British orders and decorations, diplomatic honors, or Commonwealth medal ribbons.
Ribbon will come in 6” lengths when ordered. Since this medal was also presented as a neck order the ribbon would be much longer, so if you need a longer length please email me first.
British Order of St. Michael and St. George Medal Ribbon – New Old Stock
An unused New Old Stock (NOS) ribbon representing the Most Distinguished Order of St. Michael and St. George, one of Britain's historic orders of chivalry.
Historical Background
The Order of St. Michael and St. George was established on April 28, 1818, by the Prince Regent, later King George IV, to recognize distinguished service associated with British territories in the Mediterranean, particularly Malta and the Ionian Islands.
Over time, the order evolved into an important British honor for diplomatic service, overseas administration, and contributions to international relations.
The order consists of three classes: Knight or Dame Grand Cross (GCMG), Knight or Dame Commander (KCMG/DCMG), and Companion (CMG).
Why It Was Awarded
The order recognizes distinguished service to the United Kingdom, particularly in diplomacy, foreign affairs, and overseas public administration.
Recipients have included ambassadors, senior government officials, colonial administrators, and individuals whose work significantly advanced British interests abroad.
Item Details
Country: United Kingdom
Decoration: Most Distinguished Order of St. Michael and St. George
Established: April 28, 1818
Type: British order of chivalry
Condition: New Old Stock (NOS)
Item offered: Ribbon only
SKU: BRI123
An attractive addition to a collection of British orders and decorations, diplomatic honors, or Commonwealth medal ribbons.
Ribbon will come in 6” lengths when ordered. Since this medal was also presented as a neck order the ribbon would be much longer, so if you need a longer length please email me first.
