Description: Extremely RARE and probably one of the very first issues of either the German State of Hanover Royal Guelphic Order with Swords above cross for military OR a British very early example of the Royal Order of the Bath for military. In both cases it is an UNRECORDED issue. We did an extensive research, but could not locate a single other such example of that piece and could not correctly identify it being German or English. The cross resembles both the German Guelphic Order, but does not have a horse in the middle rather than having a British crown in solid gold attached to a red velvet fabric. On the other hand, the order and cross resemble very much the British Order of the Bath, including the engraved hook, but we have never seen before an issue with swords and without enamel... The order was instituted on 12 August 1815 by The Prince Regent (later George IV) and discontinued in 1837 as a British Order and continued as a Hanoverian Order. It was awarded for distinguished services to the UK or Hanover. The piece is guaranteed authentic! It has original patina and we believe it to be one of the very first early 19th century century British types. It is sterling silver and the cross measures 50mm horizontally between arms and 56mm if measured diagonally. It is also about 60mm tall including swords and hook. It was most certainly used as a neck badge decoration. The reverse is plain silver with two antique nuts to hold the gold crown. Sensational and extremely rare militaria collector piece and worth doing an extensive research about, as that piece could turn out to be one of the unique and extraordinary British orders, medals and decorations and a true museum piece. Please, kindly bear in mind that due to several business locations that we occupy within the EU, some of our items could be shipped from alternative European member state, but in no case this would affect the shipping, handling and delivery times, nor it will affect in any sense the quality and appearance of the items purchased and delivered.
Price: 2500 USD
Location: Wien
End Time: 2024-02-12T13:50:30.000Z
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Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
