France, Colonial. An Order of the Star of Anjouan, Officer, c.1930 Newly Listed 1964" affixed to the plaque

1964" affixed to the plaque via five brass nails

the obverse center presenting a red enamel medallion with the royal cypher of George I

recessed black felt medal bed

one of his squadron leaders

France, Colonial. An Order of the Star of Anjouan, Officer, c.1930 Newly Listed 1964" affixed to the plaque(Ordre Royale De L'etoile D'anjouan). Instituted 1874 by Sultan Mohamed Sad Omar. An eight armed star in bronze gilt, arms composed of groups of seven smooth rays, with obverse centre presenting an upright gilt hand above a gilt crescent moon on a white enamel background medallion, surrounded by ornate toned ring, plain convex reverse, measuring 58. 23 mm (w) x 64. 12 mm (h), worn on original ribbon with large rosette, gilt wear evident, in very fine