An Ethiopian Order Of Emperor Menelik Ii; Grand Cross Auction Archive Nile 1884-85 - A fine

Nile 1884-85 -  A fine period miniature

1888 and joined the Royal Navy on January 4

Shaved and neatly privately engraved in large capitals

only traces of the gilt remains on or near the rim

1980-90 period issue

An Ethiopian Order Of Emperor Menelik Ii; Grand Cross Auction Archive Nile 1884-85 - A fineAn Ethiopian Order of Emperor Menelik II; Grand Cross Sash Badge: silver gilt and enamels, unmarked, 48. 5 mm x 75. 3 mm inclusive of its crown suspension, on a full length sash with a beautiful moire; and Breast Star: multi piece construction, silver gilt and enamels, unmarked, 77. 8 mm x 79. 8 mm, vertical pinback flanked by dual prongs, chipping evident in the green enamels on the right arm. Locally made, near extremely fine.