Vatican, Papal State. An Order of the Holy Sepulcher of Jerusalem, Grand Cross, c.1880 Archive Contained in its case of

Contained in its case of issue

measuring 62 mm (w) x 48 mm (l)

three Post-War Collar Disks (consisting of two U

dated October 4

The Kempeitai soldiers have a reputation for brutality and cruelty known to enforce the law by whatever means necessary

Vatican, Papal State. An Order of the Holy Sepulcher of Jerusalem, Grand Cross, c.1880 Archive Contained in its case of(Ordine del Santo Sepolcro Ordo Equestris Sancti Sepulcri Hierosolymitani = OESSH). Instituted in 1099, re organized in 1847. Sash badge of the order in silver gilt featuring a large red enameled cross with a secondary cross in each quadrant, mirrored reverse, trophy of arms suspension, also featuring red enamel, measuring 50. 54 mm (w) x 102 mm ( inclusive of suspension), on fine black period silk sash, toning to silver, better than extremely fine.