Military Order of Maria Theresa Grand Cross Sash & Badge – Imperial Austria

A finely detailed Military Order of Maria Theresa Grand Cross sash and badge, inspired by the historic insignia of Imperial Austria.

The set combines the distinctive red-and-white Grand Cross shoulder sash with a suspended white cross badge finished with gold-tone edging and traditional central details.

The front features the Austrian red-white-red center surrounded by the historic FORTITUDINI motto, while the reverse reproduces the traditional monogram design of the Order.

Details

• Grand Cross style sash and badge
• Full ceremonial red-and-white shoulder sash
• White enamel-style cross
• Gold-tone edging and suspension
• FORTITUDINI motto
• Detailed front and reverse
• Imperial Austrian / Habsburg design
• Made for collectors, historical display and reenactment

The Military Order of Maria Theresa was founded in 1757 and was the highest military honour of the Habsburg Monarchy. Grand Cross holders wore the shoulder sash on formal occasions.

This is a modern collector-made reproduction intended for historical collecting, display, educational use and reenactment. It is not an original period-issued decoration.