THAILAND
ORDER OF THE WHITE ELEPHANT
Special Class, Grand Cross set of the Order: sash badge 126 x 72 mm as a stylized, four-armed cross in gold with green enameled arms, flanked by silver flames; centre medallion in gold, bearing three white enameled elephants, within brilliant-set outer circlet, surrounded by a sort of “star” with pink and red enameled rays; the reverse bearing red enameled monogram in Thai lettering, within brilliantset outer circlet; upper, suspension in the form of the Thai crown, the top with a symbolic depiction of the rays of the sun, protecting the kingdom; with original, full-length sash ribbon; breast star, 93 mm, with chiseled and pierced arms, alternated by polished, golden beams; the centre, as the badge’s obverse; the reverse, fitted with vertical pin; in the original, velvet covered case of issue; the lid with gilt Thai divinity and fitted, inner compartment. A beautifully-made set, exceptionally rare in the special class, bestowed by the King to heads of state only; excellent condition.
Estimate: EUR 1750 - 3500