United Kingdom. A Most Eminent Order of the Indian Empire, Companion in Gold, c.1880 Archive 06mm (w) x 38

06mm (w) x 38

with matching embroidered black backing

in two classes: Silver and Bronze

Officer’s Cross in Gold and enamels

the Totenkopf retains both of its reverse attachment prongs

United Kingdom. A Most Eminent Order of the Indian Empire, Companion in Gold, c.1880 Archive 06mm (w) x 38Instituted January 1, 1878. Type III. A beautiful decoration in 18K Gold, with pleasing red and green enamels, a blue enamel and gold centre bearing the inscription IMPERATRICIS AUSPICIIS, with gold crown with enamelled detailing, plain Gold reverse, measures 36. 4 mm (w) x 61. 0 mm (h inclusive of hinged crown and integral ring suspension), weighs 26. 39 grams, very minor enamel contact to crown, otherwise in extremely fine condition.