France, Colonial. An Order of the Black Star, Grand Cross Breast Star Newly Listed a single row of eight

a single row of eight holes for length adjustment on the right end

which demonstrated his dedication to ultimately being a pilot

measuring 72 mm (w) x 28 mm (h)

1 Construction Battalion

central Germany

France, Colonial. An Order of the Black Star, Grand Cross Breast Star Newly Listed a single row of eightInstituted May 10, 1896 by the King of Porto Novo. In silver, an eight point star with cluster of five smooth rays, the medallion superimposed presenting a white and blue enamelled Maltese Cross, with a five point black enamel star in the center, the reverse with a single vertical pin flanked by dual stays, 87. 0mm (w) x 86. 90mm (h), weighs 88. 5 grams, very dark patina, enamels intact, hinge and catch functional, remains in very fine condition.