Vatican. A Pontifical Equestrian Order of Saint Sylvester, Knight Commander Archive and others of equivalent status

and others of equivalent status

the latter constructed of aluminum

and at all times his leadership

measuring 95 mm (w) x 95 mm (l) x 22 mm (h)

working catch

Vatican. A Pontifical Equestrian Order of Saint Sylvester, Knight Commander Archive and others of equivalent status(Ordo Sancti Silvestri Papae). Instituted in 1841. In silver gilt, a white enameled Maltese cross, the obverse centerpiece bearing an image of Saint Sylvester, surrounded by the inscription SANC. SILVESTER. P. M., reverse bearing the papal insignia, surrounded by the dates MDCCCXLI MCMV, measuring 62. 4 mm (h) x 60 mm (w), original neck ribbon, enamels intact, extremely fine. Accompanied by the Orders miniature, in silver gilt, measuring 16 mm (h) x