Vatican, Papal States. An Equestrian Order of Merit of the Holy Sepulcher of Jerusalem, Grand Cross Archive the suspension loop maker marked

the suspension loop maker marked “FR” possibly indicating a rare example of a Type II award produced c

unmarked but displaying the typical craftsmanship characteristics of Rothe of Vienna

Richard Thompson (Brother): Canada General Service Medal

stating that the album was published in Cetinje

measuring 84 mm (w) x 160 mm (h)

Vatican, Papal States. An Equestrian Order of Merit of the Holy Sepulcher of Jerusalem, Grand Cross Archive the suspension loop maker marked(Ordo Equestris Sancti Sepulcri Hierosolymitani). Instituted in 1847. In silver featuring a large cross with a secondary cross in each quadrant, red enameled with a mirrored reverse, with a crown suspension, measuring 48. 7 mm (w) x 87. 5 mm (h including cross adorned surmounting crown), weighs 34. 89 grams, accompanied by a similar sash of black silk with yellowed edges, minor enamel flecks, gilt intact, in very fine condition.