Hohenlohe, Principality. An Order Of The Golden Flame, Grand Cross Star, C. 1880 Auction Archive before returning to the CCAC

before returning to the CCAC on January 4

maker marked "G GI" on the brooch pinback

“Silber” black stamp on bottom

enamels without any chipping or cracks

Hohenlohe, Principality. An Order Of The Golden Flame, Grand Cross Star, C. 1880 Auction Archive before returning to the CCAC(Hausorden von der Goldenen Flamme). Instituted on 25 December 1757. A French manufactured eight point star in silver with clusters of five faceted rays, the obverse medallion features a silver gilt Maltese cross with flames in each quadrant, the center presents a blue enamelled field with the motto IN SENIO (In Old Age), the reverse presents a single pin assembly with dual stays, measures 87. 5mm (w) x 86. 5mm (h), weighs 63. 9 grams, a lovely star