Denmark, Kingdom. A Rare Order Of The Dannebrog, Grand Cross Badge, By P.kurtz, C.1760 Auction Archive maker marked "Randal RIO" on

maker marked "Randal RIO" on the inside lid

oval saw-tooth edged blackened brass disk held in place via two small screws on the top

The tip of one of the panels has broken off from the main body

including awards to Colonel Oscar Charles Pelletier

Denmark, Kingdom. A Rare Order Of The Dannebrog, Grand Cross Badge, By P.kurtz, C.1760 Auction Archive maker marked "Randal RIO" onInstituted 12 October 1671 by Christian V. (1746 1766 issue). An early badge and typical quality for the period, in silver, consisting of a Latin Cross with red and white enameled arms, the obverse with 14 glass jewels, the reverse with a central monogram of Frederick V topped by a royal crown, on loop with suspension ring, unmarked however exhibiting the manufacturing characteristics of the Danish royal goldsmith Poul (Paul) Kurtz, measuring 45. 32