Italy, Duchy of Parma. A Civil Merit Order of St. Louis, Knight United Republic of Knights Cross 2

Knights Cross 2

she and her sister ship were forced to switch names

minor material fatigue is visible and includes some wear to the wire which has partially exposed white guide threads

it was conferred upon individuals of at least 29 years of age

Dual diagonal side pockets are set into the front of the upper legs

Italy, Duchy of Parma. A Civil Merit Order of St. Louis, Knight United Republic of Knights Cross 2Instituted December 22, 1836. In 18K Gold, a delicate decoration presenting white enamel arms with multicoloured medallion depicting St. Louis, the reverse offers a three fleur de lis on a blue enamelled field, surmounted by a hollow crown, measures 43. 18mm (w) x 62. 55 mm (h), weighs 12. 43 grams including replacement ribbon, enamel damage throughout the arms and reverse medallion, a scarce decoration in very fine condition.