Belgium, Kingdom. An Order Of Leopold, Grand Cross Star With Swords, In Gold, C.1860 Newly Listed the reverse is plain and

the reverse is plain and bears the two attachment prongs of the centre plate

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entitled "The Annuity Meritorious Service Medal 1847-1953" by Ian McInnes

3 mm in diameter at the tip end x 495 mm in length

measuring 145 mm (w) x 105 mm (h)

Belgium, Kingdom. An Order Of Leopold, Grand Cross Star With Swords, In Gold, C.1860 Newly Listed the reverse is plain and(Dutch: Leopoldsorde, French: Ordre de Lopold). Instituted in 1851. Military Division. In silver, an eight point star with clusters of faceted rays, the obverse medallion in Gold features a rampant crowned lion on a black enamel field, surrounded by a red ring inscribed LUNION FAIT LA FORCE (Strength in Unity), two Gold swords pierce the medallion, the reverse with a principle pin and dual stays, the cartouche denotes the maker C. J BULS 35 MARCHE AUX