Royal Order of Saint Ferdinand and of Merit, Grand Cross Breast Star

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SKU: 01.ITA.0114.103.01.001

Estimated market value:

$1250 USD

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    Estimated market value:

    $1250 USD

    Attributes

    • Country
      Italy
    • Composition
      Gold Thread/Silver Thread/Silk Thread/Embroidered
    • Inscription
      Obv: FIDEI ET MERITO Rev: FERD. IV. INST: ANNO 1800
    • Size
      70-100mm

    History


    The Order was founded by Ferdinand IV, King of Naples, to commemorate the defeat of the French, and the return of Ferdinand IV to his Kingdom.

    This Order was awarded to men who had proven their fealty by staying loyal to the King. It was also awarded in recognition of extraordinary services that demonstrated an individual’s loyalty to the King and the Royal family.

    The Order was originally awarded in two grades, the Grand Cross with Grand Cross Breast Star, and the Commander. The grades of Knight, Gold Medal of Honour, and Silver Medal of Honour were added to the Order in 1810.

    The Order was discontinued following the unification of Italy in 1860.

    It is recorded that the Order was granted as a dynastic Order until 1912.

    The obv ...  erse inscription roughly translates to "Fidelity and Merit."

    The number of Grand Cross Knights was limited to 24.
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