Luxembourg, Duchy. An Order of the Grand Duchy, Grand Cross Breast Star, c.1965 United Republic of 144 of Angolia’s book)

144 of Angolia’s book)

slight gilt wear on Marianne's bust

Flint suffered a severe shrapnel wound to the right leg on April 11

the Clasp to the Iron Cross First and Second Class

the lower adjustment knot missing its bullion “monkey knot” embroidery and showing signs of having previously loosened

Luxembourg, Duchy. An Order of the Grand Duchy, Grand Cross Breast Star, c.1965 United Republic of 144 of Angolia’s book)Instituted on January 23, 1961. A Grand Cross Breast Star, two piece constructed cross in gilt with red, white, light blue and silver enamels, mounted to a twelve pointed silver star base of smooth rays, vertical pinback flanked by dual prongs, measuring at 83. 3 mm (w) x 83. 3 mm (h), and weighing at 79. 3, intact enamels, central medallion will twist slightly, dark patina on the arms, remains extremely fine.