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Title Miniature buttonhole for the Order of Vitez
Nationality Hungarian
Period c 1921
Price £50.00

The Order of Vitez was instituted in 1921 by Admiral Horthy's government (1920-44) for distinguished veterans from WW1. It came with a small grant of land, sufficient to keep body and soul together. The original badge was pin-backed and worn without a ribbon. These miniatures were probably privately made jeweller's pieces.

It is enamelled gilt metal in three pieces, with a silver sword attached to the coat of arms of Hungary, which is in turn pinned on to the blue shield background. The shield itself measures 1.8cm long.

Its conditiion is good, with no apparent enamel damage.

If you want to comment on this item—re quality, age, etc—please email me.


[Militaria : Badges : Hungarian : 20th Century]

testimonials

My order arrived this morning, thanks for the prompt delivery.

Two excellent original pieces, I must say.

Buckle is in minty condition retaining so much detail esp plummage on eagle's neck and chest, like to see those 'creases' on the legs also... a beautiful example of an early O&C buckle.

Belt is very interesting, rather thin, CROUPON stamped and also behind the tongue...maybe Allegmeine but no SS markings as you state. Beautiful piece none the less.

Thanks for a speedy transaction Chris, I am very happy with my purchase :)

B M, United Kingdom, 26.10.2018

Package arrived safely - contents well up to expectations...very pleased indeed. Sincere thanks once again!

C H, UK, 24.02.2015

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