Vatican, Papal State. An Order of Pope Pius IX, III Class Commander in Gold Republic of 73 mm x 500 mm

73 mm x 500 mm overall

bearing three battle clasps (Ypres

each of which is finished with long fringe)

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Vatican, Papal State. An Order of Pope Pius IX, III Class Commander in Gold Republic of 73 mm x 500 mm(Ordine di Pio IX). Instituted June 17th, 1847. In Gold, a blue enamel star with rays in each quadrant, the obverse medallion features PIVS IX surrounded by a ring inscribed VIRTVTI ET MERITO, the reverse medallion presents a white disc with inscription ANNO MDCCCXLVII, measures 54. 8 mm (w) x 58. 8 mm (h inclusive of integral ring), weighs 27. 1 grams, marked with an eagle's head on the ring denoting Gold composition and french manufacture, chips to