Vatican, Papal State. An Order of the Holy Sepulchre, Grand Cross GTRexclude a Cross of Military Merit

a Cross of Military Merit with Red Distinction

Measuring 252 mm in length with the scabbard on

A 1990 McDonald’s Moscow opening commemorative medal

It was created by royal decree on February 19

Vatican, Papal State. An Order of the Holy Sepulchre, Grand Cross GTRexclude a Cross of Military Merit(Ordine del Santo Sepolcro Ordo Equestris Sancti Sepulcri Hierosolymitani = OESSH). Instituted in 1099, re organized in 1847. In silver gilt with red enamels, unmarked, measuring 52 mm (w) x 100 mm (h inclusive of trophy of arms suspension), worn on a full length replacement black sash, enamel damage to the 6 oclock arm on the obverse and reverse, loss of gilt wear to the suspension, otherwise in very fine condition.