This finely crafted Royal Antediluvian Order of Buffaloes (RAOB) jewel was awarded in 1907 to Primo T. Longmore in Rhodesia, a rare colonial example of Edwardian-era fraternal regalia. The badge is struck in solid sterling silver, adorned with a vibrant blue enamel banner, a gilt center, and a prominent bull's head featuring inset red eyes — likely glass but possibly rubies (we will have more information on testing of the stones; stay tuned).
Above the badge is a curved silver bar engraved “RHODESIA”, marking it as a scarce export piece issued during the early 20th century in the British colony of Southern Rhodesia.
Hallmarked: Birmingham, 1906–1907 (“g”), lion passant, anchor, and maker’s mark “A.F.” (Arthur Fenwick)
Personalized: Reverse engraving reads:
“Presented to Primo T. Longmore for valuable services rendered – 1907”
Design: Crisp floral filigree, rich enamel, and a well-defined central buffalo head with horned detail and red eyes
Size: ~8.2 cm tall (as shown against scale)
Condition: Excellent. Original gilding intact, enamel near mint, hallmarks clear, and engraving sharp
Provenance: Sourced directly from a recognized UK expert in antique silver and historic regalia
This piece is not only a stunning example of RAOB craftsmanship but also a historically significant link to colonial Rhodesia. Very few named, dated, and hallmarked Past Primo jewels survive from this period—fewer still tied to the African colonies.
Authentic RAOB jewel from Rhodesia (pre-UDI colonial issue)
Fully hallmarked British silver with original engraving
Purchased from a reputable dealer (please contact for further info), with verifiable documentation
Collector-grade condition, museum-display quality
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This finely crafted Royal Antediluvian Order of Buffaloes (RAOB) jewel was awarded in 1907 to Primo T. Longmore in Rhodesia, a rare colonial example of Edwardian-era fraternal regalia. The badge is struck in solid sterling silver, adorned with a vibrant blue enamel banner, a gilt center, and a prominent bull's head featuring inset red eyes — likely glass but possibly rubies (we will have more information on testing of the stones; stay tuned).
Above the badge is a curved silver bar engraved “RHODESIA”, marking it as a scarce export piece issued during the early 20th century in the British colony of Southern Rhodesia.
Hallmarked: Birmingham, 1906–1907 (“g”), lion passant, anchor, and maker’s mark “A.F.” (Arthur Fenwick)
Personalized: Reverse engraving reads:
“Presented to Primo T. Longmore for valuable services rendered – 1907”
Design: Crisp floral filigree, rich enamel, and a well-defined central buffalo head with horned detail and red eyes
Size: ~8.2 cm tall (as shown against scale)
Condition: Excellent. Original gilding intact, enamel near mint, hallmarks clear, and engraving sharp
Provenance: Sourced directly from a recognized UK expert in antique silver and historic regalia
This piece is not only a stunning example of RAOB craftsmanship but also a historically significant link to colonial Rhodesia. Very few named, dated, and hallmarked Past Primo jewels survive from this period—fewer still tied to the African colonies.
Authentic RAOB jewel from Rhodesia (pre-UDI colonial issue)
Fully hallmarked British silver with original engraving
Purchased from a reputable dealer (please contact for further info), with verifiable documentation
Collector-grade condition, museum-display quality
Headed to my favorite Zoomer on youtube, Love you bud.
