United States. A Huguenot Society Of America Membership Badge, By Bailey, Banks And Biddle

In silver gilt, maker marked "B, B & B." (Bailey, Banks and Biddle of Philadelphia), marked "SILVER", numbered "250" and engraved in running script "Robert De Caileux Du" on the reverse, measuring 41 mm (w) x 43.7 mm (h), suspended from a 48.5 mm (w) x 31 mm (h) eagle and sunburst hanger with pinback, engraved in running script "The Huguenot Society of America." on the reverse of the hanger, original ribbon fed through a bar on the hanger, residue in the recessed areas from cleaning, extremely fine.

Footnote: The Huguenot Society of America was founded in 1883, to perpetuate the memory of the Huguenot settlers in America, to commemorate the principal events in the history of the Huguenots, and to promote the cause of religious freedom. Upon its establishment as a Society, it stated that "The following classes of persons are eligible for nomination to membership in the Society: First, Descendants in the male or female line of the Huguenot families who emigrated to America prior to the Promulgation of the Edict of Toleration, November 28,1787, or who left France for other countries than America prior to that date, may be elected as regular members. Secondly, Persons who have made the history, genealogy, principles, etc., of the Huguenots a special subject of study and research, and have written and published the same, may be elected as regular members. Thirdly, Person who have rendered some conspicuous service in the advancement of Huguenot interests may be elected as honorary members. They shall have no vote. Fourthly, Persons who are residents of foreign countries may be elected as corresponding members. They shall have no vote." Today, anyone who is a descendant of a Qualified Huguenot Ancestor can join the Huguenot Society of America. Members enjoy many benefits, including invitations to special events, a free subscription to our biannual newsletter, and a chance to connect with other Huguenot descendants around the country.