The Imperial Order of Leopold

A Prince size embroidered Breast Star of the 1st type, 70 mm., eight-pointed star with rays made of silver strip and wire ending with loops to fasten the decoration to the habit, the arms made of red lacquered silver foil, bordered with silver and golden bullion, flanked by four groups of three Gold oak leaves each, with finely chiseled details, centre medallion with red lacquered ground and applied, chiseled golden monogram “F I A” (Franciscus Imperator Augustus), white enameled outer circlet bearing the Order’s motto “INTEGRITATI ET MERITO” accurately painted in black enamel, the reverse, still preserving the original, protective, paper backing.
An exceptionally rare star of uncommon size and excellent condition. I RR!