The Most Noble Order of the Garter
Garter made of blue silk, with thick, gilt-silver bullion wire (toned) embroidery with the Order's motto "HONI SOIT QUI MAL Y PENSE" and laurel leaves; fire-gilt buckle. A beautiful piece, in extremely fine condition.The Order of the Garter, founded in 1348, thus being among the oldest orders of Knighthood, with the Golden Fleece and Savoy's Order of the Holy Annonciade, is the highest British distinction, granted by the sovereign decision only, limited to 24 Companions, besides the ruling sovereign and the Prince of Wales; more, an unlimited number of super numerary Companions can be created by the sovereign. Dim.: 507x25 mm., in case, with gilt inscription on the lidI Rare and very desirable! R! I