Belgium, Kingdom. An Order of Leopold II, Grand Officer's Star Province of China it is unknown to the

it is unknown to the collector community and may likely be a one-of-a-kind prototype

blade is straight

7 grams) and enamels

Boelcke was then instrumental in reforming the German air force

1882 in Barmen (Wuppertal

Belgium, Kingdom. An Order of Leopold II, Grand Officer's Star Province of China it is unknown to the(Ordre de Lopold II). A large and impressive star of radiating faceted and frosted rays centred by a cross patte with ball finials, surmounted by a royal crown and enclosing a circular blue enamelled medallion bearing a rampant lion, surrounded by the inscription L'UNION FAIT LA FORCE (Unity Makes Strength), measuring 85. 3 mm (w) x 85. 40 mm (h), weighing 106. 8 grams, reverse plain with a vertical pin and double stays, toned and remains extremely