(Ordre de Couronne). Instituted in 1897. Multi-piece construction, in silver gilt with blue, white and green enamels, measuring 44.5 mm (w) x 64 mm (h) inclusive of its wreath and laterally-pierced ball suspension, the left tip of the arm at 5 o'clock having experienced denting, causing fine chipping and loss in the white enamels on both sides, traces of gilt remains on the obverse, on its original full-length neck 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).

