✅ SOLVED Military?

[Joe G from Md]

My cousin found this in old car, don't know why he tried to scrape white off. Don't really think it's military. Little help?

 

[jewelerguy]

I believe it's Knights Templar. That's one of the oldest versions I've seen, and I've never seen one that had the clasp for wear directly on the uniform instead of hung from a ribbon. Kinda like a German Iron Cross 1st class

 

[kingskid1611]

I'm thinking Knights Templar too. I haven't seen one in person but I have seen one similar in photos.

 

[nhbenz]

The Knights Templar 27th Triennial conclave (conference/party) was in Pittsburgh that year, and this apparently was a souvenir medal from Commandery #1 there. I don’t think it was specifically earned, beyond making the journey there.

 

[Bruce R]

Given out as tokens for donating to one of their fundraising programs, kinda like getting a ball cap today.

 

[lookingharder]

Bury it in a hole and call the Discovery channel. You, Marty and Rick can be partners. I think I saw a marking like that on the castle wall on the show.