A 1860-1866 Order Of Leopold In Gold; Knight's Cross Auction on top of lilac colored

on top of lilac colored wool (padded) backing

"in recognition of your (Fovargue's) gallant and brave conduct during operations with the Polish Navy in the struggle for the common cause

MIddx: Rgt

excellent quality and rare

A 1860-1866 Order Of Leopold In Gold; Knight's Cross Auction on top of lilac coloredA 1860 1866 Order of Leopold in Gold; Knight's Cross in Gold and enamels, 30. 25mm (x 56mm including crown suspension), unmarked (crosses of that period were issued unmarked); of very fine quality manufacture, circa 1860's, original period ribbon, minor enamel flaking to crown enamels, nearly extremely fine condition, scarce.