Fully-Embroidered Epigonation / Palitsa with Icon of Saint Tikhon, Patriarch of
Bring a vivid reminder of modern-day sanctity to your hierarchical services with this diamond-shaped epigonation (palitsa) richly embroidered with Saint Tikhon, Patriarch of Moscow and Enlightener of North America. Crafted in our Florida atelier, the vestment unites canonical iconography, heirloom-grade materials, and meticulous stitching to create a clergy award worthy of generations of liturgical use.
Icon | Saint Tikhon in hierarchical vestments, haloed in metallic gold thread; digitized from a clergy-approved prototype for crisp facial detail |
Fabric | 100 % cotton velvet — luxurious pile, breathable, and wrinkle-resistant |
Embroidery Density | High-speed industrial machines (> 600 spm) ensure vibrant, colorfast rayon stitching that will not fade |
Finish | Non-tarnish bullion fringe, reinforced cotton-canvas lining for structure, and durable braid loop for the left shoulder |
Dimensions | ≈ 13 × 13 in / 33 × 33 cm (tip-to-tip) |
Availability | In stock — ships within 1 business day worldwide, tracked and insured |
Origin | Hand-crafted by Vestments & Embroidery LLC (USA) — trusted maker of Orthodox vestments, banners, and altar linens since 2016 |
Add this fully-embroidered Saint Tikhon epigonation to your vestment treasury today and honor a confessor of the modern era while affirming the priestly call to guard and proclaim the Faith.
Liturgical Significance
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.
Why Choose This Epigonation?
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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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