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Original Order of St Michael & St George – 2nd Class (Knight Commander)Complete with Original Presentation Box • Silver, Gilt & Enamel
Offered is an original Order of St Michael and St George, 2nd Class (Knight Commander – KCMG), one of the United Kingdom's most prestigious orders of chivalry.
Instituted in 1818, the Order of St Michael and St George is awarded for distinguished service in diplomacy, foreign affairs, and service to the British Crown overseas. It has traditionally been bestowed upon senior diplomats, governors, military officers, and other distinguished public servants throughout the Commonwealth.
This superb original example is crafted in silver, gilt, and fine enamel and is offered complete with its original fitted presentation case, making it a highly desirable collector's piece. Complete sets in excellent condition are becoming increasingly scarce on the international market.
Item Details
- Country: United Kingdom (Great Britain)
- Award: Order of St Michael and St George
- Class: 2nd Class (Knight Commander – KCMG) (if confirmed)
- Institution: 1818
- Material: Silver, Gilt & Enamel
- Original Period Issue
- Official British Order of Chivalry
- Includes Original Presentation Box
Condition
Presented in excellent original condition.
- Bright original gilt finish
- Attractive enamel with excellent colour
- Fine silver construction
- Original ribbon
- Original fitted presentation box included
- Minimal signs of handling
Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description. The item shown is the exact decoration you will receive.
Historical Background
The Order of St Michael and St George ranks among the United Kingdom's highest honours and has historically been awarded to ambassadors, colonial governors, senior military officers, judges, and distinguished civil servants for exceptional service to the Crown.
Original examples with their presentation cases are highly sought after by collectors of British orders, royal decorations, diplomatic awards, and Commonwealth honours.
Perfect For Collectors Of
- British Orders & Decorations
- United Kingdom Medals
- Orders of Chivalry
- Royal Honours
- Commonwealth Decorations
- Diplomatic Awards
- Military Decorations
- Silver & Enamel Insignia
- Antique British Medals
- Historical Memorabilia
Shipping
- Fast dispatch
- Secure packaging
- Fully tracked worldwide shipping
- Combined shipping available
