Also - lapel cross

This website on Orthodox Baptism Traditions cites lapel pins in the form of a cross for the purpose of commemoration of the event, but pins could conceivably be worn other than on a lapel, e.g. on a dress, hat, any other garment. Pins are suitably small such that any number might be given out depending on the circumstances of the case in question. From the description, these could also be medallions with a cross or icon in the center.

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(2) Martyrika
Also known as martirika, or witness pins – these are small lapel crosses handed out at the end of the ceremony and worn by guests as proof of witnessing the baptism. The traditional pin is made of white, pink or blue ribbon and features a tiny cross or icon in the center.



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Also Christening Pin or Baptism Pin - on another page of this website

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What are martyrika? Martyrika are small religious lapel ribbons given out at the end of a baptismal ceremony as well as at weddings and special parties. For baptisms, they are worn by the guests as proof of witnessing the baptism - and for wedding and special events, they are worn in special honor and celebration of the occasion. The traditional pin is made of white, ivory, pink or blue ribbon and features a religious center...usually a tiny cross or icon.

What are martyrika? Martyrika are small religious lapel ribbons given out at the end of a baptismal ceremony as well as at weddings and special parties. For baptisms, they are worn by the guests as proof of witnessing the baptism - and for wedding and special events, they are worn in special honor and celebration of the occasion. The traditional pin is made of white, ivory, pink or blue ribbon and features a religious center...usually a tiny cross or icon.

How do you pronounce the word "martyrika"? Martyrika is pronounced as "Mar-Tear-Ree-Ka". Martyrika are also known as martirika, martiriko (singular), christening pins, witness pins, or baptism pins.

Who gives out the pins? The Godmother or Godfather traditionally pin the ribbons on the jackets, shirts or dresses of the guests after the ceremony, either in the church narthex or at the reception. Personalization of the martyrika is optional. Some have ribbons without any personalization and some have the traditional imprinting of the baby's name, date of baptism followed by the godparents' name. Blessed Celebration offers personalization of ribbon.

Who wears the pins? All attendees of the baptismal ceremony are offered a pin post ceremony as proof of their witness to the event. The only exception may be for children who are too young to handle the ribbons as there are pins on the back.

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- This page also features many different examples and styles in which these pins are available for purchase.