France, Fourth Republic. An Order of the Legion of Honour, Knight in Case, by Bertrand Auction Archive The Oberstleutnant shoulder boards are

The Oberstleutnant shoulder boards are constructed of grey embroidery intertwined with silver threading in the form of a five-looped braid

85 mm in diameter

A bronze gilt Cross Pattée with dimpled edges

70 mm (h) (inclusive of suspension ring)

Five badges with identification stickers on the reverse

France, Fourth Republic. An Order of the Legion of Honour, Knight in Case, by Bertrand Auction Archive The Oberstleutnant shoulder boards are(Ordre de la Lgion d'Honneur). Instituted May 19, 1802. In silver, a five pointed white enamelled cross with ball finials, green enamelled laurels in each quadrant and centre presenting Marianne with blue enamel surround, reverse centre with cross enamelled flags, measuring 40. 8 mm (w) x 59. 2 mm (h), marked with a boars head denoting french manufacture post 1838 and 800 silver fineness, original ribbon, light enamel wear, very fine. Contained in its