Ethiopia, Kingdom. An Order of Menelik II, Grand Cross Set Auction constructed of dark navy blue

constructed of dark navy blue wool

Naming is officially impressed on the WWI medals and officially engraved on the MC

The bezel features a unique triangular design

with excellent details and fine old patina

Other systems normal

Ethiopia, Kingdom. An Order of Menelik II, Grand Cross Set Auction constructed of dark navy blueInstituted 1924. A Grand Cross set, consisting of a sash badge in silver gilt, a cross with green and red enamel arms, the central medallion presenting a crowned lion with a Geez inscription above, the reverse featuring the royal cypher of Emperor Menelik II, the cross is surmounted by Ethiopian crown, measures 48. 6mm (w) x 74. 2mm (h inclusive of crown suspension), weighs 46. 77 grams, worn on original full length silk sash, enamel flake in the