Italy, Duchy Of Parma. An Order Of Constantine Of St.george, Grand Cross Star, C.1880 Auction constructed in patinated and silvered

constructed in patinated and silvered tombac

41 mm long knurled pin

A Maltese cross constructed of silver with red enameled arms

5 mm in length x 22 mm deep

Iron with a gold-coloured gilt

Italy, Duchy Of Parma. An Order Of Constantine Of St.george, Grand Cross Star, C.1880 Auction constructed in patinated and silvered(L'Ordine dell'Aquila Estense, Croce da Commadatore). 1855 1859 Issue. Civil Divison. Pre Italian Kingdom Invasion. A hollow Gold Maltese Cross of fine early craftsmanship, with blue (officially referred to as overseas azure) and white enameled arms separated by a fine golden line, with ball finals, delicately crafted and finely detailed arabesques between the arms of the cross, with a single white enameled letter in each quadrant forming the word