Latvia, Republic. An Order Of The Three Stars, Fifth Class, c.1930 Republic of the 31st Infantry Battalion

the 31st Infantry Battalion

ribbon banner at the base inscribed "FRONTE RVSSO" (Russian Front)

Dietrich was awarded the Knight’s Cross

maker marked "CD800" (Carl Dillenius

Silver gilt with light blue

Latvia, Republic. An Order Of The Three Stars, Fifth Class, c.1930 Republic of the 31st Infantry Battalion(Triju Zvaigu ordenis). Instituted in 1924. In silver, featuring a white enameled Maltese cross with rays in each quadrant, bearing three Gold stars on the obverse centrepiece, measuring 38. 1 mm (w) x 60. 1 mm (h inclusive of suspension), makers and silver hallmark, original ribbon, near extremely fine. Footnote: Order of the Three Stars is the highest civilian order awarded for meritorious service to Latvia. It was established in 1924 in remembrance