Monaco Order of Saint Charles Knight Cross Chevalier Arthus Bertrand Paris Case
Monaco - Order of Saint Charles, Knight Cross (Chevalier) - Arthus Bertrand Presentation Case. A beautiful and historically significant Knight's Cross of the Order of Saint Charles (Ordre de Saint-Charles), the prestigious national order of the Principality of Monaco. Established on 15 March 1858 by Prince Charles III, the Order of Saint Charles recognises distinguished merit and services rendered to the Monegasque State or its Sovereign Prince. It remains one of Monaco's most prestigious honours.
The insignia features the characteristic eight-pointed Maltese-style cross, decorated with white enamel bordered in red and finished with gold-coloured detailing. Between the arms of the cross is an attractive green enamelled wreath of laurel and olive branches. The central obverse medallion displays the crowned double-C monogram of Prince Charles III, surrounded by the Latin motto.
PRINCEPS ET PATRIA - The Prince and the Fatherland. The reverse features the red-and-white heraldic arms of the House of Grimaldi, surrounded by the motto.
DEO JUVANTE - With God's Help. The decoration is suspended from an elaborately detailed princely crown and accompanied by the distinctive red-and-white ribbon of Monaco. The cross comes with a black presentation case featuring a cream-coloured velvet and silk-style interior. The case bears the maker's mark. The marked presentation case is an attractive accompanying feature and adds considerable collector interest.
Decoration: Order of Saint Charles. Original French name: Ordre de Saint-Charles.Period: Exact production date unconfirmed. Obverse: Crowned double-C monogram of Prince Charles III. Obverse motto: PRINCEPS ET PATRIA.
Reverse: Arms of the House of Grimaldi. Design: Enamelled cross with green wreath and princely crown suspension. Case: Original-style presentation case marked Arthus Bertrand, Paris.
The decoration is offered in its photographed condition. Please examine the photographs carefully for enamel preservation, possible small chips or hairlines, surface wear, metal finish, ribbon condition and suspension fittings. The condition of the presentation case should also be assessed from the photographs, including its exterior, interior lining, hinges and clasp. The exact production date, metal composition and authenticity have not been independently certified. An attractive and historically important Monegasque order, particularly appealing to collectors of European royal decorations, French-made insignia, Monaco history, international orders and antique military awards.The decoration and presentation case shown in the photographs are the exact items offered for sale. Please review all photographs carefully before purchasing. Monaco Order of Saint Charles, Ordre de Saint-Charles, Monaco Knight Cross, Chevalier Saint Charles, Monaco royal decoration, Prince Charles III medal, Arthus Bertrand Paris, French medal maker, Monaco historical order, Monaco enamel cross, European royal orders, Monegasque decoration, red white enamel cross, Grimaldi family medal, Princeps et Patria, Deo Juvante, antique European medal, vintage Monaco decoration, Knight Grand Cross medal, French orders and decorations, original presentation case, historical militaria, European phaleristics.