Vatican, Papal State. An Order of St. Sylvester an a Pro Ecclesia Et Pontifice Medal Hold arriving in the United Kingdom

arriving in the United Kingdom

surface oxidation evident on the Queen's jaw on the reverse

Royal Norfolk Regiment

While in Kenya

Vatican, Papal State. An Order of St. Sylvester an a Pro Ecclesia Et Pontifice Medal Hold arriving in the United KingdomAn Order of St. Sylvester, Knight, in silver gilt and enamels, measures 42. 9 mm (w) x 45. 2 mm (h), partial silver mark on ring, worn on original ribbon, in extremely fine condition. A "Pro Ecclesia Et Pontifice" (For Church And Pontiff) Cross, in silver gilt, measuring 42. 2 mm (w) x 45. 7 mm (h) inclusive of its integral ring, scattered gilt wear evident on the obverse, very light contact overall, original ribbon, in extremely fine condition.