France, Iii Republic. An Order Of The Legion Of Honour, I Class Knight Grand Cross Star, C.1915 Auction beside that is a loop

beside that is a loop constructed of the same silver/aluminum tresse

it states “The joining of the Croats with the Germans had terrible consequences

both centrepieces likely having been replaced from the original award

awarded to “Masch

France, Iii Republic. An Order Of The Legion Of Honour, I Class Knight Grand Cross Star, C.1915 Auction beside that is a loop(Ordre de la Lgion d'Honneur, Chevalier). Instituted in 1802. Third Republic (1870 1940) In silver, marked with a boar's head and maker marked "AB & Co" (Arthus Bertrand & Compagnie) on the pin, measuring 94. 5 mm (w) x 90 mm (h), vertical pinback flanked by dual stays, exhibiting an old catch repair, contact mark evident on Marianne's neck, light contact and surface wear overall, better than very fine. Footnote: The Legion of Honour (AKA National