(Orden Svetog Save). Instituted in 1883. Type II (1903-1921) with Saint in Red Robes. Saint in Green Robes. In silver gilt with blue, white and red enamels, gilt centrepiece rings, painted obverse centrepiece, dated "1883" on the reverse, measuring 39.3 mm (w) x 61.7 mm (h) inclusive of its crown and laterally-pierced ball suspension, chipping evident in the blue enamels on the obverse centrepiece ring and on the tips of the arms on both sides, along with the red enamels on the shield at 5 o'clock on the obverse, the ball finials on the arm at 9 o'clock bent back, replacement ribbon with hook and eye, near fine. In its hardshelled case of issue, lid marked "СВ. САВА IV." on the lid, inside lid in white satin, padded and maker marked "KOVINICA SORLINI VARAŽDIN", black felt recessed medal bed, edge wear and soiling evident on the exterior, the interior without flaws in the fabrics, case also near 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.