Spain, Kingdom. An Order of Charles III, Knight Auction measuring 60 mm x 17

measuring 60 mm x 17 mm

maker marked "ROBBINS CO" and marked "STERLING" on the reverse

The first group of forty-five were “made in a slight way” (measuring 31mm) costing $17 dollars each

the reverse depicting a Saxe-Ernestine House Order

possibly from pinning to a wall

Spain, Kingdom. An Order of Charles III, Knight Auction measuring 60 mm x 17(Real y muy Distinguida Orden Espaola de Carlos III). Instituted in 1771. Four piece construction, in silver with blue and white enamels, measures 37. 1 mm (w) x 58. 1 mm (h inclusive of wreath suspension), loss of gilt wear, enamel damage and lacquer replacements, replacement ribbon, near very fine condition.