Persia, Pahlavi Dynasty. An Order of the Lion and Sun, II Class Star Auction The term "great responsibility" implies

The term "great responsibility" implies senior military responsibility

five-pointed Maltese cross in white enamel

with (20) old European cut genuine diamonds (set in silver

A SA dagger measuring 37 cm in length with the scabbard on

The felt around the edges has been trimmed but other than that it is in very fine condition

Persia, Pahlavi Dynasty. An Order of the Lion and Sun, II Class Star Auction The term "great responsibility" implies(Neshaan e shir o khorshid). ). Instituted in 1808. In silver and enamels, a five pointed rayed silver star, clusters of seven faceted rays, separated by a green enamelled ray, the obverse centerpiece bearing a hand painted couchant lion and a radiant sun with a yellow enamelled background, the reverse offers a vertical pin with dual stays, unmarked, measures 82. 64 mm (4) x 77. 05 mm (w), weighs 56. 1 grams, enamels intact, extremely fine.