Vatican. An Equestrian Order Of The Holy Sepulchre Of Jerusalem Cross Of Merit, Grand Cross, C.1965

Grand Cross Badge: in silver gilt with red enamels, measuring 54.3 mm (w) x 67 mm (h) inclusive of its integral ring, on its full-length original sash; and Breast Star: insignia in silver gilt with red enamels, mounted to an eight-pointed silver star base, each star point with five faceted rays, marked "800" (silver) on the reverse of the star point at 3 o'clock, maker marked "S. JOHNSON MILANO ROMA" on the reverse cartouche, measuring 84 mm (w) x 84.7 mm (h), vertical pinback. Intact enamels, extremely fine.