FRANCE ORDER OF THE LEGION OF HONOR (1802) Commander's star from the Restoration period modified under the July Monarchy. Gold and enamel (small chips to the crown of foliage). Star without tassel. Massive crown in high relief with beaded branches, decorated with fleur-de-lis at the base. Hanger in flower, ring of double suspension. Remainder of punch cock head. Large tie with attachments. 81 x 58 mm - Gross weight : 62 g T.T.B.

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