{"product_id":"british-empire-obe-officer-cross-bronze-tone-military-medal-replica","title":"British Empire OBE Officer Cross Bronze Tone Military Medal Replica","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrand:\u003c\/b\u003e FREECROWS\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eColor:\u003c\/b\u003e Gold\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eELITE ROYAL REPRODUCTION: A high-quality museum-grade reproduction of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (OBE) Officer's Cross, reflecting a century of British honors history.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAUTHENTIC 1917 DESIGN: Features the original deep purple silk-style ribbon used for civil appointments between 1917 and 1935, as shown in \"The Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (OBE) – Officer's Cross bronze purple ribbon.jpg\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHERALDIC CENTRAL MOTIF: The central medallion displays the seated figure of Britannia surrounded by the order's iconic motto: \"FOR GOD AND THE EMPIRE.\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCROWNED CROSS PATONCE: Crafted as a silver-gilt style (bronze-toned) cross patonce surmounted by the Imperial Crown, signifying prestigious state recognition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDIMENSIONAL ARCHIVAL ARTISTRY: Die-struck with professional relief depth and an antiqued patina, making it a premier reference artifact for historical library displays and specialized gallery showcases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDetails:\u003c\/b\u003e OVERVIEW Capture the prestige of the British honors system with this British Empire Royal Heritage Medal. This OBE (Officer of the Order of the British Empire) reproduction is a faithful tribute to the appointments made during the early 20th century, perfect for collectors of phaleristics and British history. HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE As documented in the file \"The Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (OBE) – Officer's Cross bronze purple ribbon.jpg\", this specific variant features the solid purple ribbon. This signifies a civil award prior to 1935, after which a pink edge was added to the design. It represents an era of significant service to the arts, sciences, and public welfare. CRAFTSMANSHIP \u0026amp; DETAILS This collective metal piece is finished with an antiqued bronze-toned patina that enhances the intricate details of the Britannia figure and the Imperial Crown. Every element, from the texture of the cross arms to the clarity of the Latin-inspired motto, is rendered with archival precision. COLLECTOR'S SPECIFICATIONS Designed as a high-end reference artifact, this piece is ideal for professional shadow boxes, educational history kits, and specialized research collections. Its weight and authentic metallic luster ensure it remains a standout addition to any curated gallery or private study. USAGE NOTE This product is a high-quality reproduction intended strictly for historical study, collection, and educational purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEAN:\u003c\/b\u003e 5060572073425\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePackage Dimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 2.2 x 2.2 x 0.1 inches\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FREECROWS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58481092526461,"sku":"B0H1MM6NDF","price":14.65,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/4885\/0734\/files\/81yf43S79kL.jpg?v=1785755307","url":"https:\/\/www.militariareplicas.com\/products\/british-empire-obe-officer-cross-bronze-tone-military-medal-replica","provider":"Militaria Replicas","version":"1.0","type":"link"}