the scar on his back and two scars on his left leg
Original leather buffer pad remains intact
die struck badge with superb details
the reverse with the original institution date “1813” in raised numbering on the lower arm
edge nicks and gilt wear on the VM
United Kingdom. A Most Excellent Order Of The British Empire, G.b.e. (Civil), Dame Grand Cross Star, C.1936 GTRexclude the scar on his backInstituted in 1917. Type II. Insignia in Gold with red enamels, mounted to an eight pointed star base, each star point with five faceted rays, measuring 69. 5 mm (w) x 83. 2 mm (h), vertical pinback, tiny chips in the red enamels on the centrepiece ring just below the busts of the monarchs, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Most Excellent Order of the British Empire is a British order of chivalry, rewarding contributions to the arts and sciences,