Vatican, Papal State. An Order of the Holy Sepulchre, Grand Cross GTRexclude while the reverse cover features

while the reverse cover features a similarly detailed owl perched on a branch bearing an inscription of “DEM KAUZ” (“THE OWL”)

It was created by royal decree on February 19

measures 306 mm (w) x 357 mm (h)

Measuring 252 mm in length with the scabbard on

Measuring 210 mm (w) x 295 mm (h)

Vatican, Papal State. An Order of the Holy Sepulchre, Grand Cross GTRexclude while the reverse cover features(Ordine del Santo Sepolcro Ordo Equestris Sancti Sepulcri Hierosolymitani = OESSH). Instituted in 1099, re organized in 1847. In silver gilt with red enamels, unmarked, measuring 52 mm (w) x 100 mm (h inclusive of trophy of arms suspension), worn on a full length replacement black sash, enamel damage to the 6 oclock arm on the obverse and reverse, loss of gilt wear to the suspension, otherwise in very fine condition.