Royal Masonic Institution for Girls – Steward’s Jewel, 1972 (41.78 x 37.65 mm, 23.17 g).
Maker: Toye, Kenning & Spencer (Poljoy / Estrehann), London
Material: Gilt Metal with Enamel
Date: 1972
A handsome and colourful jewel issued for the 1972 Festival of the Royal Masonic Institution for Girls (R.M.I.G.), worn by a subscribing Steward. The jewel is suspended from a cream ribbon and topped with an elegant white enamel bar inscribed:
19 · STEWARD · 72
with side panels bearing the RMIG initials in red enamel.
The pendant badge is shaped as a Tudor rose with vivid red and green enamel petals, surrounding an oval shield whose gilt and enamel heraldic devices represent the charitable institution. At the top sits the traditional double-headed eagle crest, finely modelled and retaining its original gilt finish. Around the central shield is the Latin motto:
PRO · MERITO · PRO · COD · EMPIRE
The reverse retains the original pin fittings and is clearly stamped with the maker’s mark:
POLJOY (ESTREHAN) LTD
5 GREAT QUEEN STREET
LONDON W.C.2
Condition: Very Fine. Enamel bright with minimal rubbing; gilt surfaces clean and well preserved; ribbon lightly toned but sound; reverse with mild patination and crisp maker’s stamp.
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Starting price:
CHF 40
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B.P.: 19.00%
Closing on: 2026-02-08 16:00:00 Roma time