(Orden Svetog Save). Instituted in 1883. Saint in Red Robes. II Pattern (1903-1921). In silver with blue, white and red enamels, unmarked, image of the Saint in Red Robes on the central white enamelled oval disk, dated "1883" on the reverse, measuring 42 mm (w) x 67 mm (h) inclusive of its crown suspension, replacement triangular ribbon with hook and eye, chipping and crazing evident in the blue and white enamels on the arms on both sides, 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.