Italy, House of Gonzaga. An Order of Alexander I, Duke of Mantua, Commander Province of China the center is engraved with

the center is engraved with a leaping tiger within a squared border with the inscription “HAMILTON TIGER-CATS”

a fascinating primary account of Leesten’s career aboard the “Wolf” prior to its sinking on 8 January 1941 after striking a mine in the English Channel

13 mm x 94

(Luftschutz Ehrenzeichen)

exterior in maroon velvet on five sides

Italy, House of Gonzaga. An Order of Alexander I, Duke of Mantua, Commander Province of China the center is engraved withInstituted 1589. Reinstituted 1844. Dynastic Order. In silver gilt featuring six green enameled arms with ball finials, obverse centre presenting Bust of Alexander I Gonzaga with the surrounding motto Alexander 1 princ. gonzaga dux mant. onn white enamlel surround, reverse presents a crowned FIDES (emphasizes faithfulness to the house and its principles) with INSTITUT. ANNO. 1589 RENOVAT. ANNO. 1844" on white enamel surround, measuring 58. 77 mm (h