Award plate from the head of the Belgian military intelligence service, SGRS

Award plate from the head of the Belgian military intelligence service, SGRS

Front: The coat of arms of the Belgian military intelligence service (Service Général du Renseignement et de la Sécurité / Algemene Inlichtingen- en Veiligheidsdienst – SGRS / AIVD) “Belgian Military Intelligence SGRS ADIV Pewter Plate Assiette Étain Quaero et Tego”.

The owl, a symbol of wisdom and vigilance, perched atop two crossed sabers or swords. The label on the back, issued by the Belgian military intelligence service (Service Général du Renseignement et de la Sécurité – SGRS), designates the plate as an official presentation or commemorative item.


The owl, a symbol of wisdom and vigilance, sits atop two crossed sabers or swords. On the reverse side, a label in French reads: “Offert par le Chef du Service Général du Renseignement et de la Sécurité” (Sponsored / Presented by the Head of the General Intelligence and Security Service).
Next to it is a red label with the inscription “Etain Fin / Edelztin”, indicating a fine tin object, often presented as a token of honor or commemorative gift (e.g., on the occasion of service anniversaries or official meetings). Diameter 21 cm