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Lot n° 67

ROYAL AND MILITARY ORDER OF SAINT LOUIS, created...

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ROYAL AND MILITARY ORDER OF SAINT LOUIS, created in 1693. Rare jewel of commander or grand-cross of Louis XVI period. Gold and enamel (small hair and chips). Fluted ring. With its moiré silk sash and bow (insolate). 65 x 60 mm. Gross weight : 41 g. T.T.B. Christophe GUIMARAES' book on the insignia and commemorative medals of the Order of Saint Louis (2004) can be consulted for a similar Louis XVI jewel (figures 63 and 64), as well as Jean Pierre COLLIGNON's book (see figure 186).