Denmark, Kingdom. An Order Of Dannebrog, Silver Cross, Christian Ix, C.1865 Newly Listed " His health was in

" His health was in question in the latter part of his war service

99 mm (w) x 43

Gesch 3” on back

1712 – August 17

Denmark, Kingdom. An Order Of Dannebrog, Silver Cross, Christian Ix, C.1865 Newly Listed " His health was inDannebrogordenen. Instituted in 1671. (1863 1906 Issue). In silver, measuring 27. 8 mm (w) x 58 mm (h), dark patina on the reverse, light contact on the reverse, original folded ribbon with safety pin attachment, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of the Dannebrog is a Danish order of chivalry instituted in 1671 by Christian V. Until 1808, membership in the order was limited to fifty members of noble or royal rank who formed a single class known