Sweden, Kingdom. An Order of the Sword, I Class Knight in Gold, c.1910
(Kungliga Svärdsorden). Instituted February 23, 1748 by King Frederick I. A white enamelled Maltese Cross with ball finials, with a crown in each quadrant, the obverse medallion features a blue enamel field with three crowns and a sword, the reverse features a blue enamel field with a sword piercing a wreath with the inscription PRO PATRIA, the cross is surmounted by blue enamel crossed swords and a royal crown, measures 38.0mm (w) x 57.5mm (h – inclusive of integral crown), weighs 17.0 grams including ribbon, ribbon has been sewn to the suspension ring, enamels intact, lovely patina, in extremely fine condition.

