French, Colonial. An Order Of Anjouan, Grand Officer Miniature In Gold And Diamonds, Auction The book measures 224 mm

The book measures 224 mm (w) x 286 mm (h)

First Type Grade I - Complete with twisted cord

Pitcher was awarded the British War Medal and the Victory Medal

from which it would take her decades to recover

French, Colonial. An Order Of Anjouan, Grand Officer Miniature In Gold And Diamonds, Auction The book measures 224 mm(Ordre Royale De L'etoile D'anjouan). Instituted 1874 by Sultan Mohamed Sad Omar. Of fine quality French manufacture, consisting of an eight armed star in Gold, arms composed of groups of seven smooth rays, with obverse centre presenting an upright gilt hand above a gilt crescent moon on a white enamel background medallion, surrounded by ornate toned ring, surmounted by frosted silver diamond suspension, plain convex reverse, with French unreadable