France, Colonial. An Order of the Black Star, Grand Cross Breast Star Auction the reverse with an inscription

the reverse with an inscription describing the scene and a mark of “VERLAG GRIESHABER & SÄUBERLICH

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46 mm x 61

It is flanked on each side by pebbled magnetic metal buttons securing in place a decorative chinstrap constructed of multiple rows of twisted and rolled silver aluminum wire

Regiment 102: Iron Cross 2nd

France, Colonial. An Order of the Black Star, Grand Cross Breast Star Auction the reverse with an inscriptionInstituted May 10, 1896 by the King of Porto Novo. In silver, an eight point star with cluster of five smooth rays, the medallion superimposed presenting a white and blue enamelled Maltese Cross, with a five point black enamel star in the center, the reverse with a single vertical pin flanked by dual stays, 87. 0mm (w) x 86. 90mm (h), weighs 88. 5 grams, very dark patina, enamels intact, hinge and catch functional, remains in very fine condition.