Ethiopia, Kingdom. An Order of Emperor Menelik II, Grand Cross Breast Star Republic of 34 mm (w) x 69

34 mm (w) x 69

8mm (w) x 18

The owner of the tunic was also injured based on the single wound stripe on the lower left sleeve

Elbow solidly fixed at right angles

Ethiopia, Kingdom. An Order of Emperor Menelik II, Grand Cross Breast Star Republic of 34 mm (w) x 69(yedagimaw ts minliki tiizazi ). Instituted 1924. A breast star, of silver gilt and enamels, presenting alternating clusters of smooth and faceted rays, with a red and green enamelled superimposed cross with a lion in the center and a surmounting Ethiopian crown on the 12 oclock arm, the reverse features a vertical pin with dual stays, measures 78. 6 mm (w) x 82. 7 mm (h), weighs 110. 7 grams, unmarked, enamels intact, remains in very fine condition.