Croatia, Independent State. An Order Of The Crown Of King Zvonimir, Grand Cross Star, By Braca Knaus Archive 3 mm x 55 mm

3 mm x 55 mm inclusive of its FEB (Brazilian Expeditionary Force) arms suspension

After several attempts

and Red Cross "For Life" Medal (in silver with red enamels

especially among the women

Decorations and Gallantry Awards

Croatia, Independent State. An Order Of The Crown Of King Zvonimir, Grand Cross Star, By Braca Knaus Archive 3 mm x 55 mm(Red krune kralja Zvonimira). Instituted May 15 1941. Military Division. In bronze gilt, an eight point star with clusters of seven smooth rays, the obverse medallion features a white cross with crown in the central round disc which has been pierced by crossed swords, reverse presents a single vertical pin, marked BK (Braca Knaus of Zagreb) and hallmarked with a Croatian rooster, measures 94. 5mm (w) x 95. 8mm (h), weighs 59. 9 grams, wear to gilt,