both unmarked and measuring 35 mm (w) x 90 mm (l)
a feature Eickhorn dagger collectors expect
99 mm (h - inclusive of crown)
green enamelled disk in the centre highlighting the voided areas above
maker marked with the Hilborn & Hamburg eagle insignia and marked "STERLING" on the reverse
France, Iii Empire. An Order Of The Legion Of Honour, I Class Grand Cross Case,C.1918 United Republic of both unmarked and measuring 35(Ordre national de la Lgion d'honneur, Lgionnaire). Instituted in 1802. Hardshelled design on both the lid and base, wooden frame with a chocolate brown simulated leather look exterior on all sides, inside lid lined in white satin, padded and maker marked "FABRIQUE D'ORDRES A. BACQUEVILLE 5. Galerie Montpensier PALAIS ROYAL PARIS", the lining exhibiting the impression of the once present Breast Star of the Order, the base and underside of the platform