Greece, Kingdom. A Rare Order of St. Olga and St. Sophia, I Class Breast Star, by Spink Republic of fire-damaged on the left side

fire-damaged on the left side

the obverse overlaid by an additional rayon backer bearing a machine-embroidered golden-yellow Wehrmacht eagle clutching a wreathed mobile swastika

it remounted and resumed its cavalry role as part of the 1st Canadian Cavalry Brigade

This Order was abolished by decree on March 22

Greece, Kingdom. A Rare Order of St. Olga and St. Sophia, I Class Breast Star, by Spink Republic of fire-damaged on the left side( ). Instituted 1936. In silver, a rare female decoration, comprising a four point star of smooth rays, the obverse medallion featuring the handpainted saints Olga and Sophia, encircled by a blue ring inscribed C with a crown at 12 oclock, reverse has been altered by the recipient to incorporate a two pronged pin with locking clasp, central cartouche denotes manufacture by Spink & Son, measures 66. 7 mm (w) x 66. 7 mm (h), weighs 33. 87 grams, small