Triple-Ruffle Richness

The Dover 3 Rosette Award Ribbon builds a fuller, rounder rosette head from a 4-1/2" top constructed with three concentric ruffles of tight pleats, more layers than most rosettes at this price point and diameter, which translates directly into a more substantial, professional-looking award. Equestrian shows, dog shows, and county fairs and so much more choose the Dover when they want a placing ribbon that looks well-made at first glance and holds up to close inspection. Hodges Badge has been handcrafting ribbons with this kind of attention to construction in the USA since 1920, and the Dover's three-ruffle design represents that 100+ year tradition of building ribbons worth winning.

Three Ruffles of Tight Pleats, More Body, Better Presence

A single ruffle produces a flat rosette; two ruffles add roundness; the Dover goes to three ruffles of tight pleats, creating a rosette head that is noticeably fuller and more dimensional than comparably sized designs. Because each layer of tight pleats is compressed closely together, the top retains its shape through repeated handling, an important detail for ribbons that travel with exhibitors, hang on display at shows, or get framed and kept. The rim center and gold print on the center streamer are standard, with ten lines and fourteen characters per line providing enough room for all the identifying text your event requires. The hook back makes the ribbon ready to pin or display the moment it arrives.

Streamer Lengths and Colors That Match Your Show's Style

The Dover is available in 12", 15", 18", and 24" streamers, giving total ribbon lengths of 15" through 27" top to bottom, enough range to serve a compact schooling show or a full-length fair ribbon on a livestock rail. One or two solid ribbon colors are included at no extra charge, and multicolor, gingham, and dandy even foil side streamers are available for a modest additional cost when your event calls for something more expressive. Volume pricing rewards larger orders with meaningful savings across six quantity tiers, and orders of 25 or more per style and streamer length avoid the per-run setup charge.

FAQs

What makes the Dover different from other 4-1/2" three-rosette ribbons? The Dover uses three ruffles of tight pleats rather than the single or double-ruffle construction common at this size, which creates a fuller, rounder, more substantial rosette head that looks and feels more premium.

What shows and events is the Dover designed for? The Dover is well-suited for equestrian competitions, dog shows, and county or state fairs, honestly any event that wants a custom placing ribbon with above-average construction detail at a mid-range price.

What streamer lengths does the Dover offer? The Dover is available with 12", 15", 18", or 24" streamers, resulting in overall ribbon heights of 15", 18", 21", or 27" from top to bottom.

Can I add colors at no extra charge? Yes, you can specify one or two different solid ribbon colors at no extra charge; specialty side streamers are available for a low additional cost.

Does the three-ruffle design make the ribbon harder to customize? No, the Dover uses the same customization as all Hodges Badge three-rosette ribbons: choose your color or colors, select a streamer length, and provide your print text, and our handcrafting speciatlist handles the rest.

Who makes the Dover ribbon? Hodges Badge Company, a family-owned manufacturer in business since 1920, produces the Dover at their MO facitilty