Vatican. A Pontifical Equestrian Order of Saint Sylvester, Knight Commander Newly Listed 12mm(w) x 84

12mm(w) x 84

1942 addressed to his wife Marta explains that he died in a car accident while serving with his unit

securing in place a black leatherette chinstrap

The book illustrates the various regimental insignia in colour

Vatican. A Pontifical Equestrian Order of Saint Sylvester, Knight Commander Newly Listed 12mm(w) x 84(Ordo Sancti Silvestri Papae). Instituted in 1841. In silver gilt, a white enameled Maltese cross, the obverse centerpiece bearing an image of Saint Sylvester, surrounded by the inscription SANC. SILVESTER. P. M., reverse bearing the papal insignia, surrounded by the dates MDCCCXLI MCMV, measuring 62. 4 mm (h) x 60 mm (w), original neck ribbon, enamels intact, extremely fine. Accompanied by the Orders miniature, in silver gilt, measuring 16 mm (h) x