United Kingdom. An Order of the British Empire, Commander Breast Star Hold with some surface wear evident

with some surface wear evident

marked with a "V" within a circle (Volupte

concealed within a period replacement case

A Cross Pattée constructed of 14kt Gold with red enameled arms

including both military astronauts and civilian employees

United Kingdom. An Order of the British Empire, Commander Breast Star Hold with some surface wear evidentInstituted 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.