three stars in Gold affixed to the obverse centrepiece
and around the rim have the words “the brave and strong one overcomes adversity”
the obverse with a central monogram of Landgrave Ferdinand
then promoted to Lieutenant in the RGA SR on May 18
weighing 670 grams
Mecklenburg-Schwerin, Grand Duchy. An Order Of The Griffin, Grand Cross, By H. Rose, Schwerin, C.1900 GTRexclude three stars in Gold affixedA very fine quality Grand Cross set of insignia by H. Rose, Schwerin, comprising: Cross, in silver gilt and enamels, 67mm x 74mm, unmarked; Star, in silver gilt and enamels, 84mm, marked on reverse H. Rose, Schwerin; both of excellent quality manufacture, with original sash ribbon, no chipping to enamels, with nice dark patina, in mint condition; a superb quality set of insignia.