Austria, Imperial. An Order of Malta, Bailiff Star visually-hidden pencil on reverse

pencil on reverse

It is vertically stamped with the "BARROW HEPBURN & GALE

The cap measures approximately 235 mm (w) x 290 mm (l) x 165 mm (h)

and the date “1914-1918” in raised numbering on the lower arm

Austria, Imperial. An Order of Malta, Bailiff Star visually-hidden pencil on reverse(Malteser Verdienstorden Bruststern). Constructed of gilded silver with enamels, consisting of a vaulted Maltese Cross with white enameled arms, the reverse with a narrow barrel hinge and tapering vertical pinback meeting a rounded catch, unmarked, measuring 49. 5 mm (w) x 49. 5 mm (h), weighing 14. 3 grams, light gilt wear, enamels intact, in extremely fine condition.