Vatican, Papal State. An Order Of The Holy Sepulchre, Commander Variation Auction reverse illustrating an open-ended wreath

reverse illustrating an open-ended wreath of oak leaves

the RZM (Reichszeugsmeisterei) insgnia

reverse depicts of the Royal Coat of Arms of the United Kingdom in red

both unmarked and measuring 44 mm (w) x 105 mm (l)

He was awarded the US Medal for Merit in 1946

Vatican, Papal State. An Order Of The Holy Sepulchre, Commander Variation Auction reverse illustrating an open-ended wreath(Ordine del Santo Sepolcro Ordo Equestris Sancti Sepulcri Hierosolymitani = OESSH). Instituted in 1099, re organized in 1847. A distinct commander variation in silver gilt, red and white enamelled Jerusalem cross, reverse mirrors the obverse, a trophy of arms suspension is worn on a full length red neck ribbon, measures 37. 4mm (w) x 75. 7mm (h inclusive of trophy suspension), weighs 30. 4 grams including replacement black neck ribbon, enamels intact,