Belgium, Kingdom. An Order of Leopold I, Grand Cross Star, Type II (1952-Present) Archive Constructed of matte gold/gilding

Constructed of matte gold/gilding

He was to gain more battle honours on the Belgian Coast from 1914-1918 and at Zeebrugge in 1918

to recognize achievements in the Arts

one is maker marked ""Augis Lyon""

green oxidation residue evident in the recessed areas

Belgium, Kingdom. An Order of Leopold I, Grand Cross Star, Type II (1952-Present) Archive Constructed of matte gold/gilding(Ordre de Lopold Leopoldsorde). Instituted in 1832. Insignia with a multi piece constriction, in Gold with red and black enamels, mounted to a silver base with four faceted arms, with two points on each arm bearing ball finials, with five emanating rays between each arm, measuring 79. 7 mm (w) x 80 mm (h), maker marked "FIBRU FISCH BRUXELLES" on the reverse cartouche, vertical pinback flanked by dual prongs, intact enamels, near mint. Accompanied by