Vatican, Papal State. A Jubilee Cross of 1925, in Case United Republic of 1915 at Shorncliffe

1915 at Shorncliffe

in fine quality hard shell case of issue

encircled by an enameled blue border inscribed MILIT AC HOSPITORDO S M DE BETHLEHEM (Military and Hospitaller Order of Saint Mary of Bethlehem)

Der Reithosenschneider

inscribed in black ink "Class of Bayonet Fighting and Physical Training

Vatican, Papal State. A Jubilee Cross of 1925, in Case United Republic of 1915 at ShorncliffeInstituted 1925. In silver gilt, a blue and white enamel cross with decorative tips on each arm, fleur de lis in each arm, surmounted by the symbol of the Vatican, measures 45. 78 mm (w) x 61. 2 mm (h), weighs 22. 66 grams (including ribbon), enamels intact, dark patina, original ribbon, in very fine condition. Contained in its original case of issue, a red leatherette exterior with the Papal Insignia in the lid, interior with red silk and red velvet,