Czechoslovakia, Socialist Republic. An Order of the Republic with Case, c.1955

(Řád republiky). Instituted in 1951. Seven-piece construction, in silver gilt with red, white and blue enamels, marked "925" (silver), a goat's head above the number "2" (.925 silver fineness), maker marked and number impressed "701" on the reverse, measuring 56.8 mm (w) x 64.7 mm (h) inclusive of its integral ring, intact enamels, very light contact, silver gilt bar affixed to its original ribbon with pinback, near extremely fine. Accompanied by its 39.5 mm (w) x 13 mm (h) ribbon bar with pinback, in its hardshelled case of issue, light blue cloth exterior, Czechoslovak Socialist Republic coat-of-arms and inscribed "RAD REPUBLIKY" on the lid, inside lid in white nylon and padded, base in navy blue felt and incorporating a recessed medal bed, label affixed to the bottom numbered "701" matching that on the award, extensive soiling on the exterior, loose on the hinged area, case near fine.

Footnote: The Order of the Republic was instituted in 1951 and amended in 1977. It was awarded for extraordinary merit in building of the Czechoslovak Republic, especially in production, cultural or scientific activities; or for strenghtening of the defensive capabilities of the country.