Up for sale is a miniature badge for an Officer of the Military and Hospitaller Order of Saint Lazarus of Jerusalem.
Design Elements:
- Obverse Central Medallion: Features a center disk depicting the biblical resurrection of Saint Lazarus from the tomb.
- Motto Inscription: Ringed by the clear, historic Latin motto "ATAVIS ET ARMIS" (By Ancestry and Arms) on a vibrant green enamel background.
- Cross Construction: Features a white-enameled cross layered beautifully beneath a translucent green-enameled Maltese cross. Accented by gold cherubin crowns tucked between the arms.
- Ribbon and Hardware: Mounted on its original, bright green ribbed silk ribbon, complete with the gold-and-green enameled Officer’s rosette bar assembly.
Measurements:
- Medal Cross Width: Approximately 3/4"
- Total Hanging Length: Approximately 3. 1/2"
Condition:
Very good used vintage condition.
Please inspect the photos provided.