Italy, Kingdom. An Order of the Crown of Italy, Grand Cross Set Auction George V (43465 L

George V (43465 L

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Italy, Kingdom. An Order of the Crown of Italy, Grand Cross Set Auction George V (43465 L(Ordine della Corona d'Italia). Instituted in 1868. Consisting of the badge of the order, a white enamel cross with Savoy knots in each quadrant, the center medallion with a Lombardy Crown on blue enamels, reverse bearing a black enamelled eagle, measures 49. 8 mm (w) x 53. 7 mm (h inclusive of integral ring), weighs 16. 3 grams, accompanied by a full length, original sash, enamels intact, in extremely fine condition. The Star of the order, in silver