Benin, Republic. A National Order of Benin, Grand Cross Star, c.1990, by Bertrand United Republic of measuring 75 mm x 110

measuring 75 mm x 110 mm)

With cap badge and pin

Baton Rouge was launched on 26 April 1975

hallmarked on the rim "TK" (for T

(Einladung zum Tag der Deutschen Kunst)

Benin, Republic. A National Order of Benin, Grand Cross Star, c.1990, by Bertrand United Republic of measuring 75 mm x 110Instituted 1960. A large grand cross in bronze gilt and silvered bronze, a red enamelled five point cross with clusters of faceted rays in each quadrant, the obverse medallion features a pebbled surface topped by a five point star, encircled by a ring bearing cron and a banner reading RPB (Republique Populaire du Benin Peoples Republic of Benin), the reverse features a vertical pin flanked by dual stays, pin marked with Arthus Bertrand maker mark,