Vintage Dame’s Cross Insignia – Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem (Mid-20th Century) Offered here is an authentic mid-20th-century (circa 1950s–1960s) Dame’s badge from the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem, a prestigious Roman Catholic order of knighthood under the protection of the Holy See.
Produced in the United States for an American Lieutenancy by The Green Company (Ira Green, Inc.), this piece features classic post-1949 insignia styling and fine enamel craftsmanship.
Features & Markings:
- Front: Vivid red guilloché enameled Jerusalem Cross (a large central cross surrounded by four smaller crosses) set in a rope-edged gilt-metal frame.
- Suspension: Suspended from a detailed gold-tone metal bow with a central red-enameled Jerusalem cross medallion, attached to a traditional black grosgrain bow ribbon (worn by Dames of the Order).
- Reverse Markings: Stamped "GREEN CO" at the base of the cross and "D + 42" (die/mold number) on the back of the metal bow. Features a classic pebble-grained gilt-brass finish.
- Fastener: Original pin-back clasp intact on the reverse of the black ribbon bow.