A Superb Portuguese Order Of Christ With Diamonds Auction Archive In generally very fine condition

In generally very fine condition

The rear of the tunic is single vented

Badge in die stamped aluminum

and Breast Star: Silver gilt and enamelled badge on silver star

but a rare photo showing this rare badge in wear

A Superb Portuguese Order Of Christ With Diamonds Auction Archive In generally very fine conditionA Superb Portuguese Order of Christ with Diamonds a breast star, constructed of silver, backed by a solid Gold plate and makers cartouche, also in Gold (typical construction of mid 19th Century period), set throughout with approximately 396 genuine rose cut diamonds (of average quality, weighing total approximately 7. 5 carats); centering a cross in Gold, also set with diamonds and surrounded by square cut garnets; toped with Sacred Heart, in Gold and