Superb set that was awarded in 1828 by the Shah of Persia to Sir John Kinneir Macdonald in recognition of his service in arranging the indemnity and peace treaty between Persia and Russia that year.
Gold, translucent and opaque enamels.
Badge size 80 x 90 mm.
Collar size 356 x 254 mm.
Made by...
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court jeweler and enameller muhammad ja'far
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john kinneir macdonald awards
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persian awards and decorations
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Unique piece in gold and enamel. Circa 1830. Awarded Awarded by the Shah of Persia to Lieutenant-General Sir William Keir Grant "in consideration of his distinguished Services in The Persian Gulf" following his successful suppression of piracy the Persian Gulf and the signing of the Treaty of...
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ehrenmedaille für englische kavalleristen
general sir william keir grant
general sir william keir grant awards
general william keir grant awards and decorations
imperial austrian military orderof maria theresa
military orderof maria theresa
orderofthe bath made by storr & mortimer
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storr & mortimer