Greece, Kingdom. An Order of Beneficence, Silver Cross, in Case Auction Updated in 1929

Updated in 1929

1913-1918 Issue

large chips to the handle grip along the seams of both crossguards

one is maker marked "BIRKS" on the reverse

measuring 209x328mm

Greece, Kingdom. An Order of Beneficence, Silver Cross, in Case Auction Updated in 1929Instituted May 5, 1948. In silver and enamels, depicting a blue enamelled flower with green leaves between each petal, the obverse medallion featuring Mary and child with inscription (Happiness), surmounted by a crown, reverse marked with cypher of King George II, marked 925 for silver fineness, surmounting crown, measures 34. 8 mm (w) x 54. 4 mm (h), enamels intact, worn on original ribbon, in extremely fine condition. Contained in original case of