'Order of Exile of King Solomon', Ethopian gilt metal insignia

£2,400

This exquisite set of gilt metal insignia—comprised of a sash badge and a breast star—are examples of the Ethiopian Order of Exile of King Solomon.

 

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Description

This First Class set of Insignia—the Order of Exile of King Solomon, from Ethiopia—is crafted from finely gilt metal. The set is comprised of a sash badge and a breast star, both formed about the motif of the Star of David. The set is contained within a fitted case by Arthus Bertrand, Paris—and is inscribed with Arthus Bertrand’s name on the inside lid of the fitted case.

Sash badge: Height 10cm, width 4.5cm, depth 1.5cm
Breast star: Height 7.5cm, width 7cm, depth 1.5cm
Fitted box: Height 7cm, width 15cm, depth 2.5cm

Provenance-+

From the collection of Their Royal Highnesses The Dukes of Gloucester, descendants of Their Majesties King George V and Queen Mary

Details

Country of Origin
Ethiopian
Date of Manufacture
Early 20th Century
Period
Early 20th Century
Material
Gilt, Metal
Colour
Blue, Gold

Dimensions

Height
10 cm / 3.9 inches
Diameter
4.5 cm / 1.6 inches

Reference:
16424

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