Instituted May 18, 1725 by King George I. A fine set of insignia, circa 1915, comprising: an Order of the Bath in silver gilt presenting a white Maltese cross with ball finials, a singular carefully detailed lion in each quadrant, the obverse medallion presents a Gold tri-crown motif with a surrounded red enamel ring inscribed TRIA JUNCTA IN UNO (Three Joined in One), with an exterior green and red enamelled laurel wreath, the military division inscription ICH DIEN (I Serve) on a blue enamelled ribbon is below the wreath on the 6 o’clock arm, the reverse mirrors the obverse, measures 57.2mm (w) x 65.0mm (h – inclusive of integral ring), weighs 54.6 grams (including ribbon), a unique ring around the ribbon featuring oak leaves, worn on a full length neck ribbon (missing clasps/ties), enamels intact, scattered gilt wear on cross and lions, remains in very fine condition.
The Star of the Order features a four point star with clusters of faceted rays, the obverse medallion features the tri-crown motif surrounded by a red enamel ring inscribed TRIA JUNCTA IN UNO (Three Joined in One), with an exterior green and red enamelled laurel wreath, the military division inscription ICH DIEN (I Serve) on a blue enamelled ribbon is below the wreath on the 6 o’clock arm, the reverse features a single vertical Gold pin assembly, measures 74.0mm (w) x 75.5mm (h), weighs 98.6 grams, minor enamel chips in medallion, lovely patina, in extremely fine condition.
Contained in its original hardshell case of issue, exterior in black leatherette marked K.C.B. MILY, the interior lid marked COLLINGWOOD, with a crème coloured recessed velvet medalbed, measures 220mm (w) x 115mm (h) x 44mm (d), hinge and clasp functional, very minor scuffs, remains in extremely fine condition.