Ethiopia, Empire. A Most Exalted Order Of The Queen Of Sheba, Grand Cross Badge United Republic of in nickel-silver displaying a national

in nickel-silver displaying a national eagle perched atop an oak wreath with an 88 mm Flak gun facing upwards towards the right

He included his discharge papers from 1918

Staff Sergeant Cecchini left San Francisco

the interior lining showing wear and soiling from active use

His belongings were placed in the care of his brother John Thomas Towers of Portland Square

Ethiopia, Empire. A Most Exalted Order Of The Queen Of Sheba, Grand Cross Badge United Republic of in nickel-silver displaying a nationalInstituted in 1922. Two piece construction, in bronze gilt, voided design, marked "MADE IN ETHIOPIA" and maker marked "B. A. SEVADJIAN" on the reverse, measuring 45. 7 mm (w) x 79 mm (h) inclusive of its crown suspension, with replacement incorrect sash, extremely fine. Footnote: The Most Exalted Order of The Queen of Sheba was instituted in 1922 by Empress Zawditu. It was originally awarded to ladies, but is now awarded to both sexes, normally Royal