An Ethiopian Order Of Emperor Menelik Ii; Grand Cross GTRexclude Accompanied by his Memorial Plaque

Accompanied by his Memorial Plaque (EDWARD FOX THAIRS) in a bronze cross-shaped frame (200 mm x 200 mm)

hand lettered and illuminated and signed by Adolf Hitler

to initiate discussions about a treaty

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although the later higher ranked Swords and Diamonds grades to the Knight's Cross had already been awarded in June and July 1941

An Ethiopian Order Of Emperor Menelik Ii; Grand Cross GTRexclude Accompanied by his Memorial PlaqueAn Ethiopian Order of Emperor Menelik II; Grand Cross Sash Badge: silver gilt and enamels, unmarked, 48. 5 mm x 75. 3 mm inclusive of its crown suspension, on a full length sash with a beautiful moire; and Breast Star: multi piece construction, silver gilt and enamels, unmarked, 77. 8 mm x 79. 8 mm, vertical pinback flanked by dual prongs, chipping evident in the green enamels on the right arm. Locally made, near extremely fine.