The hanging device of St. Andrew within a star, thistle wreath and Nemo Me Impune Lacessit motto are all features of the Order of the Thistle.
I would suggest searching for a, likely Scottish, family crest resembling the central device. Also very likely he is a member of that order. The picture is not great but appears to be a lion rampant supported by two wyverns? Debrett’s peerages may be of help.
Once you’ve found that I suspect all will become clear and Steve is on the right track for the wearer.
As mentioned already, 99.9% sure this is not military.
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