Hesse-Darmstadt. A Ludwig Order, Collar, c.1920
Instituted August 25, 1807. An unofficial silver gilt collar consisting of 14 mirrored crowned L II cypher link, between 14 round cyphers with the inscription GOTT EHRE VATERLAND (God Honour Fatherland) on black enamel, surrounded by a white enamelled ring with green enamelled oak and laurel leaf wreath, reverse plain, the central monogram link has a ring attached at six o’clock for badge connection, measures approximately 1080mm, weighs 614 grams, light wear to enamel, scattered gilt wear, in very fine condition.

