A Superb Gift Of Emperor Franz Joseph In Gold & Diamonds Archive Design was subsequently changed in

Design was subsequently changed in favor of larger medal with altered design (#S98)

The Duchess of AlbanyThe Royal Victorian Order

rare original

With the black plague rampant

1914 and was in the Dardanelles Campaign of 1915-1916

A Superb Gift Of Emperor Franz Joseph In Gold & Diamonds Archive Design was subsequently changed inJoseph, superb and very attractive A Superb Gift of Emperor Franz Joseph in Gold & Diamonds; (total weight approximately 2. 5 carats, of average quality), centering Emperors initials in the center, also set with numerous small diamonds, worn, but in excellent condition, circa 1870 80, very attractive, and extremely rare. Traditionally Austrian (and most other European Sovereigns) would often award most loyal and close associates, diplomats and