Guatemala. An Order Of The Quetzal, 5Th Class, Knight, Type I (1936-1941) Auction Archive 32 mm x 80 mm

32 mm x 80 mm and 36 mm x 88 mm)

1914 and served on the eastern front

on January 5 & 6

the stitching remaining fully intact

The pumpkin-coloured celluloid grip has faded slightly with time

Guatemala. An Order Of The Quetzal, 5Th Class, Knight, Type I (1936-1941) Auction Archive 32 mm x 80 mmFive piece construction, silver gilt with light blue and white enamels, painted observe centrepiece, marked "800" (silver) on the ring, 42. 8 mm (w) x 43. 5 mm (h), intact enamels, extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of the Quetzal was established in 1936 and is bestowed by the Government of Guatemala, and is its highest honour. The award acknowledges officials of nations, organizations and other entities whose artistic, civic, humanitarian, or