Vatican, Holy See. An Order of Saint Sylvester and of the Golden Spur, II. Class Commander, c. 1935 United Republic of Hawkins of 4th Bay

Hawkins of 4th Bay

marked with two star hallmarks

with a red felt centre

one prong is missing

5mm (w) x 10mm (h)

Vatican, Holy See. An Order of Saint Sylvester and of the Golden Spur, II. Class Commander, c. 1935 United Republic of Hawkins of 4th Bay(Ordine di San Silvestro e dello Sperone dOro). Instituted October 31st, 1841. Type II (1880 ). c. 1935 issue. Constructed of gilded silver with multi coloured enamels, consisting of a gilded Maltese Cross with rays emanating from the center of the award in the quadrants between the arms of the cross, the obverse with a central blue enameled medallion bearing the bust of St. Silvester in gilt, surrounded by a broad gilt ring inscribed with Sanc.