Bulgaria, Kingdom. An Order for Incentive to Humanity (Red Cross), III Class for Gentlemen, c.1917 GTRexclude cross cannons

cross cannons

some age spots

touches of red embroidery representing the eagle's eye and black embroidery for its mouth

the outer edge of each lens frame housing leather tabs with metal eyelets stitched in place

as of October 1st

Bulgaria, Kingdom. An Order for Incentive to Humanity (Red Cross), III Class for Gentlemen, c.1917 GTRexclude cross cannons( ( )). Instituted in 1917. Multi piece construction, in silvered bronze with red, white and green enamels, unmarked, measuring 45. 3 mm (w) x 51 mm (h), intact enamels, scattered silvering wear, original ribbon with hook and eye, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Order for Incentive to Humanity (Red Cross) was instituted on May 30, 1917 and was awarded in three grades, to gentlemen and ladies.