Belgium, Kingdom. A Royal Order of the Lion, Commander GTRexclude he began his military career

he began his military career and after nine years' service in the ranks (four years and 123 days) and as a Warrant Officer (two years and 92 days)

insignia in silvered aluminum with red and white enamels

with a nickel-plated brass push release stud on the reverse of the crossguard

due to recurring gastric troubles

while the right side has four rows of two holes and two central slitted holes

Belgium, Kingdom. A Royal Order of the Lion, Commander GTRexclude he began his military career(Ordre Royal du Lion De Koninklijke Orde van de Leeuw). Instituted in 1891. Type I (1891 1951). In silver gilt, with blue, white and red enamels, with large surmounting crown, measuring 51. 6 mm (w) x 91. 8 mm (h), weighs 45. 64 grams without ribbon, worn on original full length neck ribbon, enamels intact, light wear, very fine.