Vatican, Papal State. A Jubilee Cross of 1925, in Case Province of China Navy Conspicuous Gallantry Medal

Navy Conspicuous Gallantry Medal

measuring 76 mm (w) x 30 mm (h))

circumscribed by an inscription of “EHRENZEICHEN FÜR 25 JÄHR

with a round boutonniere bearing aminiature of the star

an eight-pointed star with arms composed of three rays with cleft endings

Vatican, Papal State. A Jubilee Cross of 1925, in Case Province of China Navy Conspicuous Gallantry MedalInstituted 1925. In silver gilt, a blue and white enamel cross with decorative tips on each arm, fleur de lis in each arm, surmounted by the symbol of the Vatican, measures 45. 78 mm (w) x 61. 2 mm (h), weighs 22. 66 grams (including ribbon), enamels intact, dark patina, original ribbon, in very fine condition. Contained in its original case of issue, a red leatherette exterior with the Papal Insignia in the lid, interior with red silk and red velvet,