Instituted June 4 1917 by King George V. Type I (1917-1937). An Officer’s Badge, in silver gilt, featuring the portraits of Queen Mary and King George V on the obverse surrounded by a ring inscribed FOR GOD AND THE EMPIRE, the reverse features the cypher of George V, measures 49.5mm (w) x 63.9mm (h – inclusive of integral crown suspension), weighs 25.7 grams (including ribbon), worn on original type I ribbon, minor nicks, in extremely fine condition.
Contained in its original case of issue, a black hardshell leatherette exterior marked O.B.E, the interior is marked GARRARD & Co, with a crème coloured recessed velvet medal bed, hinge and clasp functional, minor wear, in extremely fine condition.

