An Order of Saint Louis in Gold; Knight of the Second Restoration Period (c.1815-1819)

This cross isn 18Kt. gold with enamels, on correct original ribbon, 34mm x 36mm, hallmarked left-facing rooster’s head reverse. The enamel of the obverse and reverse medallion with very light contact marks, very tiny enamel imperfections, extremely fine.

Footnote: The Order was founded by Louis XIV on April 5, 1693. It was conferred upon Catholic Officers of the Royal Army for meritorious and distinguished military service. It was the first order of merit in France which permitted an Officer who was not of noble birth to be named a Knight.