Ethiopia, Empire. A Most Exalted Order Of The Queen Of Sheba, Grand Cross Badge United Republic of the interior lining showing wear

the interior lining showing wear and soiling from active use

constructed of forest-green wool

in nickel-silver displaying a national eagle perched atop an oak wreath with an 88 mm Flak gun facing upwards towards the right

which is typical for the pieces made by the workshop of Runneckes

beginning his naval career with H

Ethiopia, Empire. A Most Exalted Order Of The Queen Of Sheba, Grand Cross Badge United Republic of the interior lining showing wearInstituted in 1922. Two piece construction, in bronze gilt, voided design, marked "MADE IN ETHIOPIA" and maker marked "B. A. SEVADJIAN" on the reverse, measuring 45. 7 mm (w) x 79 mm (h) inclusive of its crown suspension, with replacement incorrect sash, extremely fine. Footnote: The Most Exalted Order of The Queen of Sheba was instituted in 1922 by Empress Zawditu. It was originally awarded to ladies, but is now awarded to both sexes, normally Royal