Ethiopia, Kingdom. An Order of the Star of Ethiopia, Grand Cross Set by B.A. Sevadjian Auction surrounded by gilded and enameled

surrounded by gilded and enameled regional coats of arms

the obverse centre presents the Crown of Zvonimir with crossed swords

accompanied by a 31

Footnote: The 2nd Jäger Battalion initially fought in France

36 mm (h - inclusive of crown)

Ethiopia, Kingdom. An Order of the Star of Ethiopia, Grand Cross Set by B.A. Sevadjian Auction surrounded by gilded and enameledInstituted 1884. A locally manufactured Grand Cross set, the silver gilt badge presenting a multi rayed star with delicate carvings, a small central silver star, suspended by an ornate Ethiopian crown, 81. 2 mm (w) x 105. 4 mm (h inclusive of crown suspension), weighs 54. 1 grams, remains in extremely fine condition. The Star of the Order, also in silver gilt multi rayed star with delicate carvings, a small central silver star, the reverse bearing a