Knight of British Empire Medal

Jewelry

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L.T. Jordan Institute for International Awareness

Knight of British Empire medal: The image shows a star-shaped medal awarded to Mr. Jordan in 1958, featuring a detailed, ornate design with a golden central portrait surrounded by a red inscription.
Knight of British Empire medal

The image shows a star-shaped medal awarded to Mr. Jordan in 1958, featuring a detailed, ornate design with a golden central portrait surrounded by a red inscription.

Name/Title

Knight of British Empire Medal

Entry/Object ID

JI2025000154

Description

Knight of British Empire medal given to Mr. Jordan in 1958 by Queen Elizabeth II.

Context

Medal given to Mr. Jordan in 1958 by Queen Elizabeth II for his service in the Kuwait Oil company, which was was owned in part by British Petroleum. The medals signify his appointment as Commander of the British Empire and Knight of the British Empire.

Made/Created

Artist Information

Garrad & Co. Ltd.
Goldsmiths & Crown Jewellers

Ethnography

Cultural Region

Country

United Kingdom

Continent

Europe

Region

Western Europe