Vatican, Papal State. An Order of Pope Pius IX, Knight in Gold, c.1850 Newly Listed with material fatigue evident throughout

with material fatigue evident throughout

After Japan surrendered

and 3rd class in silvered bronze

It is lightly worn and depicts light sweat stains on the interior from period wear

Vatican, Papal State. An Order of Pope Pius IX, Knight in Gold, c.1850 Newly Listed with material fatigue evident throughout(Ordine di Pio IX). Instituted June 17th, 1847. In Gold, a blue enamel star with rays in each quadrant, the obverse medallion features PIVS IX surrounded by a ring inscribed VIRTVTI ET MERITO, reverse has been repaired with a plain gold disc in the center, measures 41. 4 mm (w) x 47. 5 mm (h inclusive of integral ring), weighs 14. 78 grams, marked with a Rome gold mark denoting Gold composition from 1815 1870, partial makers mark, notable missing and