Guatemala. An Order Of The Quetzal, 5Th Class, Knight, Type I (1936-1941) Newly Listed Klasse 1939" with the handwritten

Klasse 1939" with the handwritten owner's name in red along the top edge on the front

So often crosses of this importance are orphaned from their history

Magendarmkatarrh (gastroenteritis)

glue residue on both reverses from previous board mounting

Opportunities for scoring remained elusive however

Guatemala. An Order Of The Quetzal, 5Th Class, Knight, Type I (1936-1941) Newly Listed Klasse 1939" with the handwrittenFive piece construction, silver gilt with light blue and white enamels, painted observe centrepiece, marked "800" (silver) on the ring, 42. 8 mm (w) x 43. 5 mm (h), intact enamels, extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of the Quetzal was established in 1936 and is bestowed by the Government of Guatemala, and is its highest honour. The award acknowledges officials of nations, organizations and other entities whose artistic, civic, humanitarian, or