Vatican, Papal State. A Jubilee Cross of 1925, in Case United Republic of impressive and attractive looking

impressive and attractive looking

encircled by an enameled blue border inscribed MILIT AC HOSPITORDO S M DE BETHLEHEM (Military and Hospitaller Order of Saint Mary of Bethlehem)

inscribed in black ink "Class of Bayonet Fighting and Physical Training

the sleeve of the second bearing the colours of the French Republic and its left hand attempting to grab the Saarland

issued with replacement lugs

Vatican, Papal State. A Jubilee Cross of 1925, in Case United Republic of impressive and attractive lookingInstituted 1925. In silver gilt, a blue and white enamel cross with decorative tips on each arm, fleur de lis in each arm, surmounted by the symbol of the Vatican, measures 45. 78 mm (w) x 61. 2 mm (h), weighs 22. 66 grams (including ribbon), enamels intact, dark patina, original ribbon, in very fine condition. Contained in its original case of issue, a red leatherette exterior with the Papal Insignia in the lid, interior with red silk and red velvet,