United Kingdom. A Most Excellent Order of the British Empire, III Class Commander Badge (CBE) visually-hidden circa 1915-16 period manufacture

circa 1915-16 period manufacture

three missing their centrepieces

91 mm (h - with crown suspension)

but exhibits prominent scratches

signed in ink

United Kingdom. A Most Excellent Order of the British Empire, III Class Commander Badge (CBE) visually-hidden circa 1915-16 period manufactureInstituted in 1917. Type I (1917 1935). Civil Division. Three piece construction, in silver gilt with red and light blue enamels, unmarked, measuring 61 mm (w) x 84. 5 mm (h) inclusive of its crown suspension, intact enamels, traces of gilt remains, replacement modern 2nd type ribbon, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Most Excellent Order of the British Empire is a British order of chivalry, rewarding contributions to the arts and sciences, work with