Vatican. A Pontifical Equestrian Order Of St. Gregory The Great Snuff Box, 1973 United Republic of Germany (Saxony): Friedrich August Medal

Germany (Saxony): Friedrich August Medal

" on the edge of the arm at 9 o'clock

black and white embroidery

The pommel depicts a fine half open-winged eagle which looks to the viewer’s left

Vatican. A Pontifical Equestrian Order Of St. Gregory The Great Snuff Box, 1973 United Republic of Germany (Saxony): Friedrich August Medal(Ordine di San Gregorio Magno). Instituted in 1831. In silver, the pontifical insignia engraved on the lid and incorporating red and blue enamels, weighing 85. 8 grams, hallmarked with the British crown and date marked "Y" (1973) on the underside of the lid, maker marked "S&Sn", hallmarked with the British crown, marked with a leopard's head (made in London) and date marked "Y" (1973) on the rim of the base, measuring 52. 8 mm in diameter x 18 mm in