Sweden, Kingdom. An Order of the Swords, I Class Commander Breast Star, c.1915 Republic of 41mm (w) x 121

41mm (w) x 121

with convex centres denoting a likely manufacture date of c

number engraved "17066" on the obverse and "856" on the reverse of the loop suspension

A WWI South African Infantry Corps Cap Badge - Bronze

Sweden, Kingdom. An Order of the Swords, I Class Commander Breast Star, c.1915 Republic of 41mm (w) x 121Instituted February 23, 1748 by King Frederick I. In silver, a four armed star with faceted arms and ball finials, the center medallion presents a blue enamel field with three Gold crowns and a Gold sword in the middle, the reverse presents a vertical pinback, unmarked, measures 77. 90mm (w) x 77. 4mm (h), weighs 62. 9 grams, small chip in the blue enamel near the 9 oclock crown, lovely patina, remains in very fine condition.