A Superb Belgian Order Of Leopold I, Grand Officer's Breast Star Auction Archive circa early 1900’s

circa early 1900’s

They are commemorated here because others who went down in the same vessels were washed ashore and identified

any man could volunteer for the Imperial Service Section and serve abroad in times of war

number 259174

There are a total of fifteen bars which may be awarded with this cross

A Superb Belgian Order Of Leopold I, Grand Officer's Breast Star Auction Archive circa early 1900’sMulti piece construction, center applique in Gold with red and black enameled insignia, mounted to a silver star base, maker mark engraved "De Vigne Hart 6, GALERIE DU ROI BRUXELLES" on the reverse cartouche, 87. 5 mm x 87. 5 mm, vertical pinback flanked by dual prongs, intact enamels, circa 1900's period manufacture, of exceptional quality manufacture, in near mint condition and very attractive.