Type I, 1883-1903. In silver gilt with blue, white and red enamels, Saint in red robes, cypher of Miloš Obrenović reverse, marked with a Diana's head (Dianakopf) hallmark, which was used between 1872 and 1922, the head flanked by the assay city mark "A" (Vienna) on the left and the number "4" (silver fineness) on the right, along with being maker marked "KF" (Karl Flaischacker) on the ring, 50.2 mm (w) x 81.5 mm (h) inclusive of its crown suspension, on a full-length original neck ribbon, intact enamels, scattered gilt wear, extremely fine.
Footnote: The Order of St. Sava was a decoration of the Kingdom of Serbia established by Milan I on January 23, 1883. The Order of Saint Sava was established originally to recognize civilians for meritorious achievements to the Church, to arts and sciences, the royal house and the state. In 1914, a change was made permitting military personnel to receive the honour for military merit. The Order of St Sava was then awarded by the King of Yugoslavia until the abolishment of the monarchy in 1945. It was awarded in five grades: Grand Cross, Grand Officer, Commander, Officer and Knight.