Ethiopia, Kingdom. An Order of the Star of Ethiopia, I Class Knight Grand Cross Badge Province of China the reverse with a central

the reverse with a central white enameled medallion bearing a central gilt inscription of “PROVIDENTIÆ MEMOR” (“REMEMBER PROVIDENCE”)

some age-appropriate oxidation evident

he was posted to the 21st Reserve Battalion on the 14th

7 mm x 40 mm)

the medal consisting of a Cross Pattée

Ethiopia, Kingdom. An Order of the Star of Ethiopia, I Class Knight Grand Cross Badge Province of China the reverse with a central(yetiyopiya kokebi tiizazi ). Instituted in 1879. In bronze gilt, voided throughout, unmarked, measuring 80. 2 mm (w) x 107. 5 mm (h) inclusive of its crown suspension, scattered contact marks and gilt wear, on its full length original sash that incorporates a decorative moir pattern and features a large bow tie, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of the Star of Ethiopia was instituted in 1879 by Negus Menelik of Shoa (later Emperor Menelik II)