France, Iii Empire. An Order Of The Legion Of Honour, I Class Grand Cross Case,C.1918 United Republic of both unmarked and measuring 35

both unmarked and measuring 35 mm (w) x 90 mm (l)

It is awarded primarily to a member of the United States Navy

99 mm (h - inclusive of crown)

maker marked with the Hilborn & Hamburg eagle insignia and marked "STERLING" on the reverse

France, Iii Empire. An Order Of The Legion Of Honour, I Class Grand Cross Case,C.1918 United Republic of both unmarked and measuring 35(Ordre national de la Lgion d'honneur, Lgionnaire). Instituted in 1802. Hardshelled design on both the lid and base, wooden frame with a chocolate brown simulated leather look exterior on all sides, inside lid lined in white satin, padded and maker marked "FABRIQUE D'ORDRES A. BACQUEVILLE 5. Galerie Montpensier PALAIS ROYAL PARIS", the lining exhibiting the impression of the once present Breast Star of the Order, the base and underside of the platform