United Kingdom. An Order of the British Empire, Commander Breast Star Hold It is otherwise unmarked

It is otherwise unmarked

a partial Hobson & Sons maker label glued to the dome

a recipient of the Pour le Merite and the Knight’s Cross

in a rare first pattern badge in near extremely fine condition

and showing discolouration from use

United Kingdom. An Order of the British Empire, Commander Breast Star Hold It is otherwise unmarkedInstituted June 4, 1917. Civil Division. In silver, silver gilt and enamels, a four armed star with clusters of smooth rays, the obverse medallion in gilt encircled by a red enamel ring with inscription FOR GOD AND THE EMPIRE, pin on reverse, measures 80. 3 mm (w) x 80. 2 mm (h), catch traps the pin, enamels intact, in very fine condition.