Sweden, Kingdom. An Order of the North Star, I Class Knight in Gold Auction while retained

while retained

The insignia measures 45 mm (w) x 45 mm (h) overall

the Kiangyin Forts were taken by the Japanese from the land side

A Memorial Cross for Action at Blécourt Court Section to the North West Regt

Sweden, Kingdom. An Order of the North Star, I Class Knight in Gold Auction while retained(Nordstjrneorden). Instituted 1748 by King Frederick I. In Gold, consisting of a white enamelled Maltese Cross with ball finials, crowns in each quadrant, obverse centre presenting a white enamelled star on a blue background, encircled by the Motto NESCIT OCCASUM (It knows no decline), reverse presents matching centre, with an ornate Royal crown suspension, measuring 38. 38 mm (w) x 57. 46 mm (h inclusive of crown, and integral suspension loop),