ORDER OF THE LEGION OF HONOR

Grand Cross Star, 2nd Empire (1852-1870), 1st Class, instituted in 1802. Convex Breast Star in Silver, 92 mm, the reverse with maker`s escutcheon of "OUIZIILLE LEMOINE JOAILLERS BIJOUTIERS DE LA LEGION D`HONNEUR RUE DU BAC No. 1 PARIS", round, vertical pin and two hooks.A rare and important star, in the best quality, fully representing the prestige of a class, awarded to the highest ranking of clers and dignitaries, very fine condition.I R!