Italy, Duchy of Tuscany. A Military Order of St. Stephen, Commander Cross. certificate_of_authenticity After Managua

After Managua

security & guard companies insignia

marked "750" (18K Gold) on the ring

1941 and Acting Stoker (Petty Officer) on January 1

the other strap with its ends stitched together

Italy, Duchy of Tuscany. A Military Order of St. Stephen, Commander Cross. certificate_of_authenticity After Managua(Sacro Militare Ordine di Santo Stefano Papa e Martire). Instituted in 1561. In silver gilt, the Maltese cross in red enamel, fleur de lys in each quadrant, measuring 77 mm (h) x 47 mm (w) inclusive of crown suspension, on original neck ribbon, extremely fine. Footnote: The Military Order of Saint Stephen was originally founded by Cosimo I de'Medici, First Grand Duke of Tuscany, in commemoration of his victory over the French in August 1554. It was