Sweden. An Order Of The Sword, Commander Breast Star, Type Ii, C.1880 By Kretly, Paris GTRexclude near very fine as a

near very fine as a pair

unmarked reverse however exhibiting the manufacturing characteristics of Steinhauer & Lück

constructed of silvered metal (magnetic) and a slightly faded colour photograph

contact marks and gilt wear on both

Footnote: The Halifax Provisional Battalion was a military unit from Nova Scotia

Sweden. An Order Of The Sword, Commander Breast Star, Type Ii, C.1880 By Kretly, Paris GTRexclude near very fine as a(1871 1919); In characteristic French style, four armed hand filed cross with a gold centre with blue enamels, 3 gold crown, maker marked "No 46 KRETLY PALAIS ROYAL PARIS" on the reverse cartouche, measuring 68. 5 mm (w) x 68. 5 mm (h), vertical pinback flanked by dual prongs, extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of the Sword is a Swedish order of chivalry created by King Frederick I of Sweden on February 23, 1748, together with the Order of the