Benin, French Protectorate. A National Order Of Dahomey, Iii Class Commander, C.1965 Newly Listed along with two Austrian gold

along with two Austrian gold hallmarks for 18 Kt

2 mm at the base x 103 mm in height

including Colenso

Boseck & Co

circa 1860 and very rare

Benin, French Protectorate. A National Order Of Dahomey, Iii Class Commander, C.1965 Newly Listed along with two Austrian gold(Benin): Two piece construction, silver gilt with black enamels, 59 mm x 65 mm, intact enamels, spotting, points on two arms bent back slightly, better than very fine. Footnote: The Order of Dahomey was instituted in 1960 and discontinued in 1986, being replaced by the National Order of Benin. It was awarded in five grades: Grand Cross, Grand Officer, Commander, Officer and Knight.