Order Of St. Sava Auction During the battle the Bismarck

During the battle the Bismarck had been hit by HMS Prince of Wales causing damage to her fuel tanksand disabling one of her engines

64 mm x 88 mm

- This dagger (as part of a collection of daggers) has been acquired from an early/old American collection and as such has exhibits deep toning and patina one would expect from an untouched example

1919 and joined the Royal Navy as a Boy Seaman

circa 1938-40

Order Of St. Sava Auction During the battle the BismarckCross Fourth Class, Type III, Saint in green robes, in silver gilt and enamels, 41. 7 mm x 67 mm inclusive of crown suspension, unmarked, of typical Huguerin Freres manufacture, light contact, extremely fine. In case of issue, maker marked HUGUERIN FRERES & Co. LE LOCALE (Suisse), recessed medal bed, case very fine.