Greece, Kingdom. An Order of Beneficence, Silver Cross, in Case Republic of 4 - Volcanic Arms

4 - Volcanic Arms

sterling silver gilt and red enamels

one tab bearing machine-embroidered double Sig runes of the SS

residue evident on the reduced size cross from cleaning

Ontario when he enlisted as an Ordinary Seaman (V-50519) with the Royal Canadian Navy at HMCS York in Toronto

Greece, Kingdom. An Order of Beneficence, Silver Cross, in Case Republic of 4 - Volcanic ArmsInstituted May 5, 1948. In silver and enamels, depicting a blue enamelled flower with green leaves between each petal, the obverse medallion featuring Mary and child with inscription (Happiness), surmounted by a crown, reverse marked with cypher of King George II, marked 925 for silver fineness, surmounting crown, measures 34. 8 mm (w) x 54. 4 mm (h), enamels intact, worn on original ribbon, in extremely fine condition. Contained in original case of