Sweden. An Order Of The Sword, Commander Breast Star, Type Ii, C.1880 By Kretly, Paris GTRexclude contact marks and gilt wear

contact marks and gilt wear on both

was called back to Canada to take command of a new battalion

constructed of silvered metal (magnetic) and a slightly faded colour photograph

unmarked reverse however exhibiting the manufacturing characteristics of Steinhauer & Lück

" The report was signed by Lieutenant Bulmer

Sweden. An Order Of The Sword, Commander Breast Star, Type Ii, C.1880 By Kretly, Paris GTRexclude contact marks and gilt wear(1871 1919); In characteristic French style, four armed hand filed cross with a gold centre with blue enamels, 3 gold crown, maker marked "No 46 KRETLY PALAIS ROYAL PARIS" on the reverse cartouche, measuring 68. 5 mm (w) x 68. 5 mm (h), vertical pinback flanked by dual prongs, extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of the Sword is a Swedish order of chivalry created by King Frederick I of Sweden on February 23, 1748, together with the Order of the