Order of the Thistle Historical Neck Badge with Green Ribbon

This distinctive Order of the Thistle Saint Andrew badge is presented on a dark-green neck ribbon inspired by historical eighteenth-century representations of the Order.

The familiar modern insignia of the Order is generally associated with a broad green sash or ceremonial collar. Earlier portrait evidence, however, also shows the badge suspended from a green ribbon around the neck.

The result is an unusual historical presentation especially suited to collectors of British and Scottish orders of chivalry.

The Most Ancient and Most Noble Order of the Thistle occupies the highest position among Scotland's orders of chivalry.

The modern Order was formally established in 1687 by King James VII of Scotland.

Its badge features Saint Andrew with his Saltire cross and the famous motto Nemo me impune lacessit.

• Unusual historical neck-ribbon presentation
• Detailed three-dimensional Saint Andrew figure
• Traditional Scottish Saltire design
• Raised Latin motto surround
• Detailed front and reverse
• Suitable for collection, historical display and reenactment

This item is a modern historical replica intended for collectors, display, reenactment and educational use. It is not an original, officially issued decoration or official award.