(Orden vom Goldenen Vlies). Instituted in 1431. Produced in the Rothe style, of very good quality and recent manufacture, the badge in silver gilt and measuring 23.5 mm (w) x 31.5 mm (h) inclusive of its integral ring, the suspension with a three-piece construction, in silver gilt with red and navy blue enamels and measuring 43.5 mm (w) x 19 mm (h), intact enamels, original ribbon, extremely fine.
Footnote: The Order of the Golden Fleece was instituted on January 10, 1431 and was discontinued as astate award in 1918, but remains a dynastic order of the House of Habsburg. It was awarded to Catholic monarchs and nobles in one grade: Knight.

