Insignia
Medals, Orders & Decorations
The Merchant Discoverers' Company designs and manufactures medals, orders and decorations for distinguished state and private clients across the world.
From national honors systems to the insignia of private societies, each commission reflects a tradition of excellence rooted in centuries of European craftsmanship.
The Company's work encompasses the full spectrum of ceremonial insignia — from sovereign orders and state decorations to the badges and chains of office that mark institutional authority. Whether for a newly independent nation establishing its honors system or a venerable society preserving its heritage, The Company brings historical authenticity and exceptional quality to every piece.
Working with master craftsmen whose techniques have been refined over generations, The Company oversees every stage of production — from initial consultation and historical research through design development to final manufacture. Clients benefit from close collaboration throughout the process, ensuring that each insignia faithfully represents the traditions and aspirations it embodies.
Beyond standard commissions, The Company offers bespoke services for clients seeking unique ceremonial pieces. These may include one-of-a-kind presentation pieces, commemorative editions marking significant anniversaries, or the careful restoration and reproduction of historical insignia. Each project receives the same meticulous attention to heraldic accuracy, material quality, and artisanal excellence.
A recent commission exemplifies The Company's approach to creating complete honors systems. This order features a distinctive white enamel cross surmounted by a royal crown, with a central medallion bearing a golden pineapple — the traditional symbol of hospitality and welcome.
The motto "Sparing Nothing and Giving All" encircles the medallion in rich blue enamel, capturing the spirit of generous service the order recognizes. Each component is finished in fine gold, with hand-applied guilloche enamel work on both the cross and central device.
The complete order comprises multiple grades, each with its distinctive insignia. The Grand Cross is worn on a gold moiré sash, accompanied by a magnificent eight-pointed breast star featuring radiating gold facets surrounding the central cross motif. Commanders wear the badge suspended from a neck ribbon, while officers and members display appropriately scaled versions on chest ribbons.
From the initial design consultation through to the final quality inspection, every stage of production reflects centuries of accumulated expertise in the medallic arts.
