Vatican, Papal State. An Equestrian Order Of The Holy Sepulchre, Grand Cross Set In Case, C.1940 Hold Risk sold the star to

Risk sold the star to the present owner

Footnote: The index card of Sergeant Walter J

marked WS near catch & on pin (Wagner & Shone) in very fine condition

the obverse with a coat of arms

where he performed guard duty through March 1945

Vatican, Papal State. An Equestrian Order Of The Holy Sepulchre, Grand Cross Set In Case, C.1940 Hold Risk sold the star to(Ordo Equestris Sancti Sepulcri Hierosolymitani.) Instituted in 1099 (Modern, 1847). Type II. (1868 ). A lovely set featuring a grand cross badge in bronze gilt comprising a Jerusalem Cross in red enamels, reverse mirrors the obverse, surmounted by a trophy of arms suspension with plain reverse, measures 51. 7mm (w) x 102. 3mm (h including suspension), worn on a full length black sash badge of the order, enamels intact, gilt wear on the trophy