Sweden, Kingdom. An Order of the North Star, Miniature in Gold

Item #EU21243

$101

(Kungliga Nordstjärneorden). Four-piece construction, in Gold with blue and white enamels, weighing 5 grams inclusive of its ribbon, unmarked, measuring 19.5 mm (w) x 31.5 mm (h) inclusive of its crown suspension, original ribbon with button hole attachment, intact enamels, extremely fine.

 

Footnote: The Order of the North Star (AKA Order of the Polar Star) was instituted on June 23, 1748 by King Frederick I and revised in 1975. It is awarded to foreigners for service to Sweden and Swedish interests, in four grades: Commander Grand Cross, Commander I Class, Commander, Knight, plus a Medal.