Albania, Kingdom. An Order of Skanderbeg, Grand Cross Star, by Cravanzola, c.1940 certificate_of_authenticity with the fabric displaying signs

with the fabric displaying signs of fatigue and very light soiling throughout as expected from regular wear

His records indicate his "hands (were) cold and clammy

A lot of six french decorations and awards

number 196-B

Albania, Kingdom. An Order of Skanderbeg, Grand Cross Star, by Cravanzola, c.1940 certificate_of_authenticity with the fabric displaying signs(Urdhri i Sknderbeut). Instituted 1925 by Ahmed ben Zogu. Type I (1925 1940). In silver, a eight point star with clusters of faceted rays, the central medallion in silver gilt featuring an Albanian helmet on a blue enamel field encircled by a green enamel wreath, the reverse with a vertical pin, makers mark on the base of DITTA CRAVANZOLA E GARDINO SUCC. ROMA, measures 86. 0 mm (w) x 86. 7 mm (h), weighs 69. 74 grams, enamels intact, lovely patina,