Shown on the far left of the jewels, this is the first jewel awarded to recognise attendance and contribution to the work of the encampment over a period of 6 months. The jewel consists of an eight-pointed silver star bearing the initials KGH and mounted on a Blue ribbon at the head of which is the title "Attendance"
Companion (or Attendance) Jewel
Subject to making satisfactory progress in his encampment and having already being awarded the Companion or "Attendance" jewel, a comrade having served for at least 12 months will be eligible for promotion to Knight of the Order of the GUOKGH. The jewel , shown second left, with a Red and White ribbon and headed with the motto, Rege, Lege et Grege, confirms the holder as a fully capable member of the Order.
Knights Jewel: Knight of the GUOKGH
A Knight, having served a total of at least three years may be elected by his encampment to become a Knight of the Shield. This significant award allows the holder to be nominated for service as a member of the Grand Encampment and Grand Executive wherein he will take on responsibility for the management and governance of the Order. The jewel is a gold shield on a Cyan ribbon bearing the title Order of the Shield
Knight of the Order of the Shield (KOS)
The three higher degrees are awarded after time served in the Order. Blue: Sir Knight Counsellor (6 years total service); Red: Senior Sir Knight Counsellor (11 years total service) and Maroon: Arch Knight Counsellor (21 years total service).
SKC, SSKC and AKC Collarettes
The three higher degrees are awarded after time served in the Order. Blue: Sir Knight Counsellor (6 years total service); Red: Senior Sir Knight Counsellor (11 years total service) and Maroon: Arch Knight Counsellor (21 years total service).
