Badge of Office

High Sheriffs of the Isle of Wight have their own Badge of Office.

The making of such items is a rare event and it is believed that there are few other High Sheriffs in bailiwicks in England and Wales who have their own Badges or Jewels. It took 18 months to produce and was made by a team of London designers, silversmiths, enamellers and engravers – all Fellows of the Institute of Professional Goldsmiths.

The Badge incorporates the crossed swords of the Shrievalty Association plus the Rose as a separate attachment on the hanging ribbon, the Crown and Anchors from the Isle of Wight Crest and on each side are engraved Pyramid Orchids – the flower of the Isle of Wight. The centre background is engraved to represent waves and the sea is translucently enamelled over the surface so that the engraving shines through.

The neck ribbon matches this coloured enamel. The badge is made of silver and has been gilded. The silver cross swords, crown and anchors have been rhodium plated – to negate cleaning.

There is also a ribbon bow brooch attachment for use by Lady High Sheriffs.