Peru, Republic. An Order of the Peruvian Sun, Grand Cross Set, by The National Mint Province of China Honourary Officer of the Royal

Honourary Officer of the Royal Life Saving Society

First aiguillette in a dark yellow embroidered cord

the top edge featuring a hollow channel for suspension

surrounding a central blackened eagle’s head

all loss of finish demonstrates a dark patina exterior on all pieces

Peru, Republic. An Order of the Peruvian Sun, Grand Cross Set, by The National Mint Province of China Honourary Officer of the Royal(Orden del Sol). Instituted in 1821, Discontinued in 1825, Re established in 1921. A Grand Cross Set, comprising a sash badge, multi piece construction, a silver gilt starburst of 18 rays, each ray bearing five emanating rays with textured edges, the obverse medallion presenting the Peruvian coat of arms encircled by a red and white enamel ring inscribed EL SOL DEL PERU 1821, surrounded by a wreath in silver gilt, surmounted by a green enamelled