Hohenlohe, Principality. An Order Of The Golden Flame, Grand Cross Star, C. 1880 Hold extremely fine with period ribbon

extremely fine with period ribbon

During that time

approximately 3mm wide twisted cello stripe is running throughout the center of the armband

with two of three lugs intact

Hohenlohe, Principality. An Order Of The Golden Flame, Grand Cross Star, C. 1880 Hold extremely fine with period ribbon(Hausorden von der Goldenen Flamme). Instituted on 25 December 1757. A French manufactured eight point star in silver with clusters of five faceted rays, the obverse medallion features a silver gilt Maltese cross with flames in each quadrant, the center presents a blue enamelled field with the motto IN SENIO (In Old Age), the reverse presents a single pin assembly with dual stays, measures 87. 5mm (w) x 86. 5mm (h), weighs 63. 9 grams, a lovely star