Ethiopia, Kingdom. An Order of the Star of Ethiopia, Grand Officer Breast Star, c.1960 Buy Now (NSDAP Kreistag Essen badge)

(NSDAP Kreistag Essen badge)

a risky maneouver in the best of times

constructed of Feldgrau wool (mismatched)

maker markings present but illegible

He was also attached to the Divisional Grenade School from December 3-9th

Ethiopia, Kingdom. An Order of the Star of Ethiopia, Grand Officer Breast Star, c.1960 Buy Now (NSDAP Kreistag Essen badge)Instituted 1884. In silver gilt, likely of French manufacture, an eight point star with ornate detailing and raised center representing an Ethiopian crown, the reverse bears a single vertical pin with dual stays, measures 79. 2 mm (w) x 80. 2 mm (h), weighs 56. 5 grams, tips of rays slightly bent, hinge and clasp functional, remains in extremely fine condition.