Vatican. A Pontifical Equestrian Order Of St. Gregory The Great, Grand Cross Star Auction measuring 31 mm x 53

measuring 31 mm x 53 mm

retaining over 95% of original paint

It is dated to February 5

The “Pour le Merite for enlisted men”

2nd Class (silver

Vatican. A Pontifical Equestrian Order Of St. Gregory The Great, Grand Cross Star Auction measuring 31 mm x 53(Ordine di San Gregorio Magno). Instituted in 1831. Cross insignia in silver gilt with red and blue enamels, mounted to an eight pointed silver star base, each of the star points with five faceted rays between each star point, measuring 84 mm (w) x 83. 8 mm (h), vertical pinback, intact enamels, reverse cartouche reattached, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Pontifical Equestrian Order of St. Gregory the Great was established on September 1, 1831, by