Belgium, Kingdom. An Order of Leopold I, V Class Knight, c. 1900

(Ordre de Léopold / Leopoldsorde). Instituted in 1832. In silver with red, black, white and green enamels, both centrepieces in Gold, unmarked, monogram "LL RR II" on the reverse centrepiece, measuring 42.7 mm (w) x 75 mm (h) inclusive of its crown suspension, chipping and repair evident in the white enamels on the right tip of the arm at 6 o'clock on both sides, scattered chipping in the green enamels of the wreath on both sides, original ribbon, better than fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, red pebbled exterior, inside lid lined in white satin, padded and maker marked "AUX ORDRES DE CHEVALERIE / 7. Rue de Solférino / PARIS / VIIe", medal bed in light yellow felt, push release, measuring 67.5 mm (w) x 128 mm (h) x 32 mm (d), edge wear evident on the exterior, light discolouration on the medal bed, case better than very fine.

Footnote: The Order of Leopold I was instituted on July 11, 1832. It was awarded for exemplary bravery in war and especially distinguished service to the Belgian state, in five grades: Grand Cross, Grand Officer, Commander, Officer and Knight, in Civil, Military and Maritime Divisions.