Jerusalem Pilgrim's Cross
The Jerusalem Pilgrim's Cross (Latin: Signum Sacri Itineris Hierosolymitani) is an honour of the Holy See awarded in the name of the Pope as a recognition of merit to pilgrims to the Holy Land.
| Jerusalem Cross Signum Sacri Itineris Hierosolymitani | |
|---|---|
Obverse of the decoration (silver) | |
| Type | Three degree medal (Gold, Silver and Bronze) |
| Awarded for | Support for Christian holy sites during a pilgrimage to the Holy Land |
| Country | Holy See |
| Presented by | the Franciscan Custodian of the Holy Land for the Holy See |
| Eligibility | Practicing Catholics |
| Status | Currently awarded |
| Established | 2 May 1901 |
Ribbon of the decoration | |
| Precedence | |
| Next (higher) | Benemerenti medal |
| Related | Papal Lateran Cross |
The decoration is worn on the left side of the chest. It should not be worn except in religious solemnities, processions, pilgrimages, or in the presence of the Pope.
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