Estonia, Republic. An Order of the White Star, Miniature, c.1945

(Valgetaehe teenetemaerk). Instituted in 1936. In silver gilt with white enamels, measuring 15.5 mm (w) x 16.8 mm (h), chipping evident in the white enamels on the arm at 12 o'clock on the obverse, rosette on its original ribbon and suspended from a bar with loop, very fine.

Footnote: The Order of the White Star was instituted in 1936 and awarded to Estonian citizens, to give recognition for services rendered in state public service or local government and to foreigners for services rendered to the Estonian state, in six classes: five classes plus a Collar & Star, along with a Medal.