Ethiopia, Empire. An Order Of The Seal Of Solomon, Commander, C.1900 United Republic of pin marked AB&Co for Arthus

pin marked AB&Co for Arthus Bertrand

While with the U

1933 -  Bronze gilt on die-stamped tin

there are reinforcing patches sewn in place on either side at the waist

Ethiopia, Empire. An Order Of The Seal Of Solomon, Commander, C.1900 United Republic of pin marked AB&Co for ArthusInstituted by Emperor Yohannes IV in 1874. Type I with Western Style Crown. Likely of French manufacture, in silver gilt, voided design, measuring 51. 5 mm (w) x 88. 5 mm (h inclusive of its crown suspension), scattered gilt wear, contact marks, original ribbon, very fine. Footnote: The Order of the Seal of Solomon is an order of knighthood of the Ethiopian Empire, founded by Emperor Yohannes IV in 1874 as the highest imperial honour, containing five