Denmark, Kingdom. An Order of Dannebrog, I Class Star by A. Michelsen
(Dannebrogordenen). Instituted in 1671 by Christian V. In silver, a stylized concave Latin Cross with etched patterns-body, exhibiting a delicate gilded outside edge together with an interior enamelled red border, obverse presenting central crowned letter W for King Waldemar II monogram, accompanying by Gold letters OG GUD KON GEN (God and the King), reverse with dual prong pin, marked on reverse with crowned AM denoting A. Michelsen manufacture and silver mark 925S, measures 55.5mm (w) x 73.2mm (h), weighs 48.8 grams, toned silver, intact enamels and minimal gilt loss, a lovely decoration in extremely fine condition.

