Vatican. An Order Of St. Sylvester; Commander GTRexclude silvered metal Laotian tri-elephants coat-of-arms

silvered metal Laotian tri-elephants coat-of-arms and balloon insignia

"FRANCE AND GERMANY" clasp sewn in place to its original ribbon

was a German naval officer who earned the nickname “Seeteufel” (Sea-Devil)

A well made miniature in gold with period gold buckle

Throughout the action he was tireless in his efforts to locate the enemy and was an inspiration to the men of his section

Vatican. An Order Of St. Sylvester; Commander GTRexclude silvered metal Laotian tri-elephants coat-of-armsIn bronze gilt with white enamel arms and blue enameled centre, 57 mm x 97 mm (inclusive of long loop), on full length neck ribbon, single knock to 3 o'clock arm point, otherwise better than extremely fine.