Austria, Imperial. An Order of Malta Bailiff Star, with Case Hold the obverse bearing a Blackbird

the obverse bearing a Blackbird with its wings up in the air

reverse presenting cypher of Leopold I (LL RR) on enameled black background

a visor cap insignia

7 mm (h) inclusive of its harp suspension

The exterior features six integral loops distributed around the circumference for the optional addition of foliage

Austria, Imperial. An Order of Malta Bailiff Star, with Case Hold the obverse bearing a Blackbird(Malteser Verdienstorden Bruststern). Constructed of gilded silver with enamels, consisting of a vaulted Maltese Cross with white enameled arms, the reverse with a narrow barrel hinge and tapering vertical pinback meeting a rounded catch, unmarked, measuring 53. 80 mm (w) x 54. 16 mm (h), weighing 20. 2 grams, accompanied by its original presentation case, constructed of a pressed card stock frame with a faux black leather exterior liner, the interior