Serbia, Kingdom. An Order of St. Sava, IV Class Officer Case, c.1920

(Orden Svetog Save). Instituted in 1883. Hardshelled, with a light blue exterior, marked "CB. CABA IV." (St. Sava 4th Class) on the lid, maker marked "T. A. Ulajd" on the inside lid, black velvet recessed medal bed, hinged, push release, measuring 66.5 mm (w) x 121 mm (h) x 21.5 mm (h), lightly scuffed and soiled on the exterior, very fine.

Footnote: The Order of St. Sava was a decoration of the Kingdom of Serbia established by Milan I on January 23, 1883. The Order of Saint Sava was established originally to recognize civilians for meritorious achievements to the Church, to arts and sciences, the royal house and the state. In 1914, a change was made permitting military personnel to receive the honour for military merit. The Order of St Sava was then awarded by the King of Yugoslavia until the abolishment of the monarchy in 1945. It was awarded in five grades: Grand Cross, Grand Officer, Commander, Officer and Knight.