Royal Antediluvian Order of Buffaloes – Lodge Cross (47.07 mm, 30.93 g).
Organisation: Royal Antediluvian Order of Buffaloes (RAOB)
Lodge: Hannon Lodge No. 671
Period: Mid-20th century
Material: Gilt metal with enamelled centre
Ribbon: Dark blue, original pin-back suspension
A gilt RAOB Lodge Cross, awarded within the Royal Antediluvian Order of Buffaloes, a prominent British fraternal and charitable society.
The obverse takes the form of a broad-armed cross bearing the letters R A O B to each arm, with a central enamelled device featuring the buffalo’s head, horn and laurel wreath — emblematic of strength, fellowship, and benevolence. The upper suspension bar is engraved “HANNON LODGE No. 671”, confirming lodge attribution.
The reverse is engraved to a named brother, recording service within the Order (details visible in the engraving), and retains its original suspension ring and period pin-back mounting.
Condition: Very Fine. Light surface wear and mellow toning consistent with age; enamel intact with good colour; ribbon sound with minor handling marks; engraving clear and legible. A complete and attractive named example.
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Starting price:
CHF 120
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B.P.: 19.00%
Closing on: 2026-02-08 16:00:00 Roma time