France, Colonial. An Order of the Star of Anjouan, Officer, c.1930 visually-hidden It measures approximately 248 mm

It measures approximately 248 mm (w) x 250 mm (l)

large rosette on its original ribbon with dual prong pinback

to enlist with him

a Bundesmarine Kampfschwimmer Company (Combat Swimmers special forces) ribbon

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France, Colonial. An Order of the Star of Anjouan, Officer, c.1930 visually-hidden It measures approximately 248 mm(Ordre Royale De L'etoile D'anjouan). Instituted 1874 by Sultan Mohamed Sad Omar. An eight armed star in bronze gilt, arms composed of groups of seven smooth rays, with obverse centre presenting an upright gilt hand above a gilt crescent moon on a white enamel background medallion, surrounded by ornate toned ring, plain convex reverse, measuring 58. 23 mm (w) x 64. 12 mm (h), worn on original ribbon with large rosette, gilt wear evident, in very fine