Hohenlohe, Principality. An Order Of The Golden Flame, Grand Cross Star, C. 1880 Auction eventually joining the Sparrow brig

eventually joining the Sparrow brig in February of 1811

25mm x 35mm

the son of John and Sarah Cottle

Society for the German-Soviet Friendship (DSF) Association Flagpole Topper

south of Paris

Hohenlohe, Principality. An Order Of The Golden Flame, Grand Cross Star, C. 1880 Auction eventually joining the Sparrow brig(Hausorden von der Goldenen Flamme). Instituted on 25 December 1757. A French manufactured eight point star in silver with clusters of five faceted rays, the obverse medallion features a silver gilt Maltese cross with flames in each quadrant, the center presents a blue enamelled field with the motto IN SENIO (In Old Age), the reverse presents a single pin assembly with dual stays, measures 87. 5mm (w) x 86. 5mm (h), weighs 63. 9 grams, a lovely star