Original French Napoleonic Era Damaged Royal and Military Order of St. Louis Knight’s Cross Lot with Two Planchets & One Full Medal - As-Is
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Original Item. Only One Available. The Royal and Military Order of Saint Louis (French: ordre royal et militaire de Saint-Louis) is a dynastic order of chivalry founded 5 April 1693 by King Louis XIV, named after Saint Louis (King Louis IX of France). It was intended as a reward for exceptional officers, notable as the first decoration that could be granted to non-nobles. By the authorities of the French Republic, it is considered a predecessor of the Legion of Honour, with which it shares the red ribbon (though the Legion of Honour is awarded to military personnel and civilians alike).
Although officially abolished by the government authorities of the July Revolution in 1830 following the French Revolution, its activities carried on as a dynastic order of the formerly sovereign royal family. As such, it is still recognised by the International Commission on Orders of Chivalry.
This is a great lot of three “As-Is” examples of the Order of Saint Louis. All three examples are missing the four fleur-de-lis corner pieces, if they ever had them, and two of the examples have very heavy enamel loss. Each of the three examples are damaged in some way, so they are offered in “as-is” condition.
Each example is missing some of the central scenes, and the example with the ribbon is missing the entire central housing on one side. The ribbon is also tattered and in rough condition. We cannot say for certain what the gold content is of each due to the material loss.
A good lot, ready for display.
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