Italy, Monarchy. A Constantinian Order of St. George, Grand Cross Breast Star (Embroidered), c. 1850 visually-hidden light wear and edge bruising

light wear and edge bruising

the 1st Battalion

part of 100

with “VNTER-SEE” inscribed on the bottom right

When his company commander was killed

Italy, Monarchy. A Constantinian Order of St. George, Grand Cross Breast Star (Embroidered), c. 1850 visually-hidden light wear and edge bruisingInstituted in 1816. Star, embroidered in gold thread, silver and gold sequins, and red velvet, obverse shows red velvet cross, 82. 6 mm (h) x 86. 7 mm (w), near extremely fine condition. Footnote: The origins of the Order are unclear. Some authorities believe the beginning of this Order can be linked to Emperor Constantine I and the Battle of the Milvian Bridge in 312. Others believe the founder was Byzantine Emperor Isaac II in 1190. The best