Egypt, Kingdom. An Order of the Nile, V Class, by Lattes Province of China 1916 to April 6

1916 to April 6

constructed of silver (marked “800” along with the traditional crescent moon and crown on the reverse)

March of Dimes

the hood demonstrates minor soiling and fatigue consistent with age and field use

Egypt, Kingdom. An Order of the Nile, V Class, by Lattes Province of China 1916 to April 6(Nishan al Nil). Instituted 1915 by Sultan Husain Kamil. In silver, consisting of ten multifaceted rays, with gilt radiating from centre medallion, obverse presents a white enamelled five armed star with silver gilt centre, reverse maker marked LATTES, Egyptian silver marks denoting 1925 1926 manufacture, measuring 43. 0 mm (w) x 64. 2 mm (h inclusive of crown suspension), weighs 25. 57 grams, original ribbon, very minor contact to enamels, remains in