Belgium, Kingdom. An Order Of Leopold I, Miniature, In Gold Auction two sliders on the belt

two sliders on the belt

the other areas of the blade are further decorated with floral motif

He advanced to the rank of Flying Officer

some enamel chipped away

(James Dougall Gibson) Naming is impressed in small captials

Belgium, Kingdom. An Order Of Leopold I, Miniature, In Gold Auction two sliders on the belt(Ordre de Lopold, Leopoldsorde). Instituted in 1832. In 18K Gold with red, white, black and green enamels, measuring 11. 7 mm (w) x 21 mm (h), scattered chipping evident in the green enamels on the wreath on the obverse, original ribbon, better than very fine. Footnote: The Order of Leopold I was instituted on July 11, 1832 and awarded for exemplary bravery in war and especially distinguished service to the Belgian state, in five grades: Grand Cross,