Scots Guard Blazer Embroidery Badge Pair

Key Design & Motif Elements

• Central Emblem (Garter Star): Features the iconic Star of the Order of the Garter—an eight-pointed star containing the St. George’s Cross surrounded by the Garter strap and motto.

• Orientation (Facing Pair): Crafted as a symmetrical pair designed to sit balanced and upright on opposing sides of a tunic collar, jacket lapel, or collar tab.

• Motto & Detailing: Features the Garter motto "Honi Soit Qui Mal Y Pense" (Evil to him who evil thinks) intricately rendered in silver and gold wirework around the central cross.

• Border Style: Contour-cut outline following the star’s geometric points, firmly mounted on a high-density felt background.

Standard Materials & Craftsmanship

• Embroidery Wire: High-grade gold and silver bullion wire (fine coiled metallic spring wire) with red silk thread accents in the St. George's Cross.

• Background Fabric: High-density navy blue, black, or dark scarlet wool felt / cloth.

• Inner Filling: Multi-layer felt padding beneath the metallic wire to create a prominent 3D raised relief.

• Craftsmanship: 100% hand-embroidered by expert artisans using traditional British military wirework techniques.

Sizing & Specifications

• Standard Size: Approx. 1.5" x 1.75" inches (3.8 cm x 4.5 cm) per badge—proportional for collar tabs and suit lapels.

• Thickness / Profile: 3 mm to 5 mm padded raised profile.

• Weight: Approx. 10–15 grams per pair.

• Quantity: Sold as a Matched Pair (Left & Right).

Backing Options

• Raw Felt Backing (Standard Sew-On): Plain felt backing for direct hand-stitching onto jacket collars or lapels.

• Clutch Pin Backing: 2 metal butterfly clutch pins per badge for quick attachment and easy removal before dry cleaning.

• Velcro (Hook & Loop): Ultra-thin hook velcro backing pre-stitched to each badge, with matching loop swatches included.

• Safety Brooch Pin: Single horizontal brooch pin mounted on stiffened backing for versatile attachment.