Greece Order of the Phoenix Grand Cross First Class set in case of issue

  
Order of the Phoenix - Grand Cross First Class. Stunning Greek Order of the Phoenix Grand Cross First Class in amazing condition, comprising of the sash and badge, breast star and rosette, all housed in its original brown case of issue. The Order is in immaculate condition and dates from approximately the 1970s. The order was awarded to Bruno Bottai, the Italian ambassador to Greece and also the Secretary General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs from 1987 to 1994.

The set is in amazing condition, the sash especially is like new, and the badge shows no enamel or metal damage. The Breast Star is in great condition with no damage and only slight metal ageing, and the fitted brown case of issue is in fantastic condition for its age, with the original note denoting its owner. The Order (Greek:) was established on May 13, 1926, by the republican government of the Second Hellenic Republic to replace the defunct Royal Order of George I.

The order was retained after the restoration of the monarchy in 1935 and continues to be awarded by the current Third Republic. It is also awarded to foreigners who have helped raise Greece's international prestige. If you have any further questions or would like more information or photos, please feel free to get in touch.

The item "Greece Order of the Phoenix Grand Cross First Class set in case of issue" is in sale since Monday, December 21, 2020. This item is in the category "Collectables\Militaria\Current Militaria (1991-Now)\Other Current Militaria". The seller is "grafvonebbell" and is located in London.

This item can be shipped worldwide.

1. Modified Item: No
2. Country/Region of Manufacture: Greece
3. Country/ Organization: Greece
4. Issued/ Not-Issued: Issued
5. Theme: Militaria
6. Time Period: Current Militaria (1991-Now)
7. Type: Medals & Ribbons
8. Clothing Type: Medal
9. Service: Civil
10. Era: 1945-Present