Syria, Republic. An Order of Devotion, I Class for Bravery United Republic of all contained within fitted Cravanzola

all contained within fitted Cravanzola case of issue

reverse numbered “9135” and marked “935” (for silver content)

The regiment was originally raised in Bengal by the ast India Company in 1858 as the 3rd Bengal European Light Cavalry

After a five year absence and with the Second World War in progress

and South Africa Efficiency Medal (No

Syria, Republic. An Order of Devotion, I Class for Bravery United Republic of all contained within fitted CravanzolaInstituted July 4, 1953. In silver and enamels, featuring a large five point star encircled by a thin wreath denoting bravery, the reverse with a central Arabic inscription, measures 50 mm (w) x 69. 2 mm (h), marked 925 denoting silver fineness, worn on original neck ribbon 52. 73 grams, light wear to finish, enamels intact, a scarce decoration in very fine condition.