Sicily, Kingdom. A Royal Order of Francis I, Grand Cross Star, by Lemaitre, Paris

(Kingdom of the Two Sicilies): Star of Multi-piece construction, silver, silver gilt with green and blue enamels, Gold centrepiece, maker marked "LEMAITRE PARIS" on the reverse cartouche, 61.8 mm x 62 mm, vertical pinback, intact enamels, very slight gilt wear on the fleurs-de-lis, circa 1880 period manufacture, excellent quality and in near mint condition - a very attractive star. In its hardshelled case of issue, maker marked "LEMAITRE PARIS" on the inside lid, slotted medal bed, in very fine condition (case is very scarce).