The Chaconia Medal Gold, Honoured by The Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, 2005

In 2005, the Honourable President of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago awarded Andrew Ramroop the Chaconia Medal Gold, the second-highest state decoration of the Republic, in recognition of his distinction in tailoring and business.

The Chaconia Medal, named after the Warszewiczia coccinea, the wild poinsettia, Trinidad and Tobago's national flower, honours long and meritorious service that promotes national welfare and strengthens community spirit. No more than ten individuals receive it each year. It may be awarded to any person, citizen or not, who has brought credit to the nation.

Andrew left Trinidad as a young man with a skill, an ambition, and very little else. He sailed to Britain, worked his way onto Savile Row, and built one of its most respected tailoring houses. In doing so, he carried Trinidad with him, and in 2005, Trinidad acknowledged it.

The Chaconia Gold Medal was presented by the President of the Republic. It remains one of the highest honours Andrew has received.