Belgium, Kingdom. An Order of the Crown, V Class Knight, c.1950

(Ordre de Couronne). Instituted in 1897. In silver gilt with blue, white and green enamels, marked "AR" (argent = silver) on the ring, cypher of Leopold II on the reverse centrepiece, measuring 43 mm (w) x 62.2 mm (h) inclusive of its wreath suspension, intact enamels, one of the points on the arm at 7 o'clock bent slightly, original ribbon, near extremely fine.

Footnote: The Order of the Crown was instituted on October 15, 1897, with the Palms and Medals being added on June 25, 1898. It is awarded for merit in art, literature, science, commerce and industry and is issued five classes: Grand Cross, Grand Officer, Commander, Officer and Knight; two palms (Gold and Silver); and three medals (Gold, Silver and Bronze).