France, Kingdom. A Decoration Of The Lily, Silver Cross C. 1815 United Republic of 316 mm x 396 mm

316 mm x 396 mm

1957 - Silver gilt

constructed of gilt tombac

mounted on a full length of original neck ribbon

France, Kingdom. A Decoration Of The Lily, Silver Cross C. 1815 United Republic of 316 mm x 396 mmInstituted April 26, 1814. In silver, a small white Maltese cross with ball finials and a silver fleur de lis in each quadrant, the center medallion in Gold presenting a right facing profile of King Henri VI, surrounded by a blue ring inscribed VIVE HENRI ROI DE FRANCE, the reverse medallion features three fleur de lis, surrounded by a blue enamelled ring inscribed HONNEUR ET PATRIE, the badge is surmounted by a large royal crown, measures 20. 40mm