Fully-Embroidered Epigonation / Palitsa With Icon Of Saint Tikhon, Patriarch Of
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Fully embroidered, made to order Crafted in our own atelier in the USA
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Description
Honor a beloved confessor of the modern era with this fully-embroidered epigonation (palitsa) featuring Saint Tikhon, Patriarch of Moscow and Enlightener of North America. Crafted in our Florida atelier, this diamond-shaped hierarchical vestment unites canonical iconography with heirloom-grade materials, creating a clergy award worthy of generations of liturgical use.The icon depicts Saint Tikhon in full hierarchical vestments, his halo rendered in radiant metallic gold thread. High-density machine embroidery ensures vibrant, colorfast stitching with crisp facial detail. The foundation is sumptuous 100% cotton velvet—breathable, wrinkle-resistant, and rich in appearance. Finishing details include non-tarnish bullion fringe, reinforced cotton-canvas lining for lasting structure, and a durable braid loop for secure attachment at the left shoulder.Whether presented as an award to clergy or added to your own vestment treasury, this Orthodox Christian epigonation brings a vivid reminder of modern-day sanctity to every hierarchical service.
- Icon: Saint Tikhon of Moscow, digitized from a clergy-approved prototype
- Dimensions: Approximately 13 × 13 inches (33 × 33 cm), tip to tip
- Materials: Cotton velvet, rayon embroidery, metallic gold thread, bullion fringe
- In stock — ships within 1 business day, tracked and insured worldwide
- Handcrafted in the USA by Vestments & Embroidery LLC
Awarded to priests for diligence in study and pastoral service, the epigonation symbolizes the “sword of the Spirit” (Eph 6:17) and the authority to hear confessions. Featuring Saint Tikhon (1865–1925)—Confessor of the Faith and advocate for the Orthodox mission in America—this palitsa reminds both clergy and faithful of steadfast witness amid modern challenges.
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Authentic North-American Connection — honors the saint who shepherded both the Russian Church and the fledgling Orthodox Church in America.
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Luxury Meets Durability — velvet cotton resists pilling, while color-fast rayon and metallic threads retain brilliance through years of liturgical use.
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Instant Vestment Upgrade — coordinates beautifully with gold, white, burgundy, or deep-green priest sets; ideal for feast days (April 7/25) and ordination anniversaries.
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Perfect Gift — an inspired clergy present for name-days, jubilees, or pastoral milestones.
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Zero Wait Time — READY TO SHIP, so your cathedral or parish can begin using it at the very next Divine Liturgy.
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Coordinating pieces to match this vestment — ordered together so the brocade and embroidery align.
