Order of the British Empire KBE Knight Commander Breast Star – Late Pattern

A finely detailed reproduction of the Knight Commander (KBE) breast star of The Most Excellent Order of the British Empire, representing the later pattern introduced following the redesign of the Order’s insignia in 1937.

The imposing silver-tone star is formed from multiple sharply faceted rays, creating the distinctive brilliance associated with the higher classes of the Order. At its centre is a rich red enamelled circlet bearing the historic motto:

“FOR GOD AND THE EMPIRE”

The central gilt medallion depicts the crowned effigies of King George V and Queen Mary, a design adopted in 1937 to commemorate the sovereign and consort during whose reign the Order was founded.

Details

• Order: The Most Excellent Order of the British Empire
• Class: Knight Commander – KBE
• Type: Late Pattern / post-1937 style
• Silver-tone multi-faceted breast star
• Gilt central portrait medallion
• Deep red enamelled motto ring
• Traditional rear pin fitting
• Full-size collector display piece
• New condition

The highly reflective faceted construction gives the star considerable depth under changing light, while the red and gilt centre provides the characteristic contrast seen on this historic British insignia.

An impressive addition to a collection of British orders, royal insignia, phaleristics or 20th-century ceremonial decorations.

Please note: This is a modern historical reproduction produced for collecting, study and display. It is not an original issued decoration and carries no official status or entitlement to wear.