Vatican. A Pontifical Equestrian Order Of St. Gregory In Gold, I Class Grand Cross, C.1900 Auction measuring 103 mm x 45

measuring 103 mm x 45 mm

measuring 36 mm (w) x 29 mm (h)

crowns in each quadrant with enameled jewels

he died of a heart attack on August 4

Vatican. A Pontifical Equestrian Order Of St. Gregory In Gold, I Class Grand Cross, C.1900 Auction measuring 103 mm x 45(Ordine di San Gregorio Magno). Instituted in 1831. In 18K Gold with red, blue and green enamels, weighing 28 grams, measuring 56 mm (w) x 80 mm (h) inclusive of its wreath suspension, chipping evident on one of the green enamelled leaves on the obverse of the wreath, otherwise the enamels are intact, image of St. Gregory slightly loose on the obverse centrepiece, replacement modern sash, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Pontifical Equestrian Order