La Galerie Numismatique Sarl
Auction 55 15-16 Oct 2022
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Order of the Lion of Netherlands
A Set of the Order: white enameled Cross in GOLD of Maltese Type with ball finials, 73x 48 mm, flanked by matte-finished, golden "w" monograms, centre medallion in gold with embossed crowned lion rampant, holding raised sword and arrows, blue enameled reverse medallion with the motto "ViRTUS NOBILITAT" in golden lettering, within golden border, hinged, royal crown with finely embossed and chiseled details and round suspension ring passing through the orb together with short ribbon. Breast Star, 46 mm in Silver with diamond-like chiseled arms and gilt borders, the edge, fitted with a thin, decorative chainlet, blue enameled centre medallion with the order`s motto in gilt, capital lettering, the upper arm, surmounted by silver royal crown with golden inner cap, concave, polished, gilt reverse with thin, vertical pin of round section and two side-hooks.A beautiful, rare, early set, excellent condition. I R!
Estimate: 3500 - 7000 EUR
Order of the Lion of Netherlands
A Set of the Order: white enameled Cross in GOLD of Maltese Type with ball finials, 73x 48 mm, flanked by matte-finished, golden "w" monograms, centre medallion in gold with embossed crowned lion rampant, holding raised sword and arrows, blue enameled reverse medallion with the motto "ViRTUS NOBILITAT" in golden lettering, within golden border, hinged, royal crown with finely embossed and chiseled details and round suspension ring passing through the orb together with short ribbon. Breast Star, 46 mm in Silver with diamond-like chiseled arms and gilt borders, the edge, fitted with a thin, decorative chainlet, blue enameled centre medallion with the order`s motto in gilt, capital lettering, the upper arm, surmounted by silver royal crown with golden inner cap, concave, polished, gilt reverse with thin, vertical pin of round section and two side-hooks.A beautiful, rare, early set, excellent condition. I R!
Estimate: 3500 - 7000 EUR