France, Colonial. An Order Of The Black Star Of Benin, Grand Cross certificate_of_authenticity " (Gesetzlich Geschützt) on the

" (Gesetzlich Geschützt) on the reverse

It is dated to Wilhelmshaven on August 29

with the wreath in the eagle's talons symbolizing victory

1892-97 and Canon from 1897

succeeding Major General T

France, Colonial. An Order Of The Black Star Of Benin, Grand Cross certificate_of_authenticity " (Gesetzlich Geschützt) on theDahomey (now Benin): Grand Cross: four piece construction, hallmarked on the ring, silver gilt with blue, white, black, green and red enamels, measuring 54. 5 mm x 85 mm inclusive of its wreath and ball suspension, on a shortened sash; and Breast Star: three piece construction, silver gilt with blue, white and black enamelled insignia, mounted to a eight pointed star base, hallmarked and French maker marked on the pin, 86. 5 mm x 87 mm, vertical