Croatia, Independent State. An Order Of King Zvonimir's Crown, Iii Class With Oak Leaves, C.1942 Auction bronze gilt on zinc

bronze gilt on zinc

opening with a black bakelite button

soiling evident on the white cotton backer

the suspension loop maker marked “K” for an unidentified manufacturer

A Taiwanese  Naval Medal for Loyal & Meritorious Service - Nickel plated and enameled

Croatia, Independent State. An Order Of King Zvonimir's Crown, Iii Class With Oak Leaves, C.1942 Auction bronze gilt on zincIn bronze gilt with white and green enamels, measuring 42. 3 mm (w) x 42 mm (h), intact enamels, on its original triangular ribbon with hook and eye, extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of King Zvonimir's Crown was an order awarded by the Independent State of Croatia (NDH). It was established by Croatian leader Ante Paveli on May 15, 1941, as a "visible sign of decoration for merits done, in peace or in war, for Croatian people and Independent State