The Most Illustrious Order of Saint Patrick, Medal (with brilliants)

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SKU: 01.GBR.0103.104.01.000

Estimated market value:

$12000+ USD

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Estimated market value:

$12000+ USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Great Britain
  • Composition
    Gold/Diamonds/Brilliants/Enamelled
  • Inscription
    Obv: QUIS SEPARABIT MDCCLXXXIII
  • Size
    43-90x55-105mm
  • Version Remarks
    Examples of medals with diamonds and other brilliants were likely worn by members of the British Royal Family and many are in the Royal Trust Collection. The brilliants may include emeralds and rubies. It is unknown if the reverse features an inscription.

History


The Most Illustrious Order of Saint Patrick was established by King George III in 1783 to recognize Irish Peers. It never reached the status of the Order of the Thistle, although it is regarded as the Irish equivalent. It has fallen into abeyance since the establishment of the Irish Free State in 1922, and only three members of the British family were appointed Knights after this date. It has never been formally discontinued, and the reigning British monarch remains the Grand Master of the Order.

Membership of the Order was originally restricted to 15 Knights, but King George IV expanded the membership to 22 Knights in 1821. This change was not formalized until 1833 when King William III instituted an official change to the statutes of the Order. No women were ever appointed to the Order, and only Queen Victoria existed as a member due to her position as British Sovereign.

The motto of the Order is QUIS SEPARABIT, which is Latin for “Who will separate us?”

The Medal was worn by members on less formal occasions along with a sash and breast star. The medallion features the motto of the Order.

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