Pin created in honor of Rita Gilligan. It depicts her wearing the MBE and caarrying aHard Rock burger on a serving tray while standing on top of the world. The UK is pochéd with the Union Jack, 2016 is inscribed at the lower left of the globe and "Rita Gillligan, MBE" is written on a red banner across the equator.
On April 28, 1998, Rita made a special addition to her pin collection – an honorary MBE (Member of the British Empire) from her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Bestowed in front of 150 family members, friends and colleagues at a champagne reception in her honor, the award was presented by Culture Secretary Chris Smith in recognition of her services to tourism in Britain.
This pin is not available for retail or online sale, it is given as a gift by Rita. Painted style. 4 lines print. Crossed guitars and logos pattern. Base Material is gold appearance.
