International. An Order of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Mercy Case, by Joseph Firmin-Alfred Langlais, c.1935

(Ordo Beatae Mariae de Mercede Redemptionis Captivorum). Instituted in 1218. An original presentation case of issue for an Order of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Mercy, constructed of red velvet, the obverse presents an the order’s coat of arms in addition to the maker mark MONS. LE COMM. JOSEPH FIRMIN-ALFRED LANGLAIS, ROMA 7 GIUGNO 1931, the interior with a white satin lining, stamped with O. RAGAJOLI DECORAZIONI D’ ORDINI EQUESTRI, BABUINO 51, ROMA, with an intact hinge cover, a black velvet medal bed, with functional clasp, measuring 119 mm (w) x 254 mm (l) x 45 mm (h), displaying moderate scuffing and wear, and in good condition.

This offering is a part of the "Dr. Albert Goodwin Collection", a preeminent assemblage of world Orders, Medals, and Decorations composed solely by Dr.Goodwin between 1946-1967. Dr. Goodwin had a successful career as an educator and prominent physician in New York as well as actively serving in both World Wars with the United States Medical Corps. He acted as both President and Vice-President of the Orders and Medals Society of America (OMSA) and is responsible for organizing their first convention in 1960. He maintained further membership with the American Society of Military Collectors, the International Orders Research Society, and the American Numismatic Society. His knowledge and passion for history and awards is evident in this meticulously compiled collection that is now available in its entirety for the first time exclusively on eMedals.com.