Rhodesia Badge of Honour

The Rhodesia Badge of Honour was a medal awarded by the government of the Republic of Rhodesia 'for long service and devotion to duty in Government, Municipal or private service.'

History of the Badge

The Rhodesia Badge of Honour has been compared commonly to the British Order of the Companions of Honour.
The Rhodesia Badge of Honour, unlike all other Rhodesian medals, was awarded as a gift from the President of Rhodesia; just as the British Order of the Companions of Honour is a gift from the Sovereign of the United Kingdom.

Description

A bronze, 36mm x 44mm oval medal, the obverse carries a silver Zimbabwe bird on a rectangular green background. The reverse is plain and carries the name of the recipient. The ribbon is a solid gold colour.