Guest Rick Research Posted July 17, 2013 Share Posted July 17, 2013 (edited) This one is so early (circa 1850s) that all I can tell you is: http://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_07_2013/post-160-0-13493300-1374020899.jpghttp://gmic.co.uk/uploads/monthly_07_2013/post-160-0-71904300-1374020914.jpg This Bar of minis--mounted below a diamond encrusted staff of office (note tiny Bavarian lion on top at left, row of brilliants just over a weird Orthodox cross thingee) belonged to the Bavarian General der Kavallerie a.D. and General-Kapitän of the Leibgarde der Hartschiere (them of the lion helmets and pikes) Leonhard Freiherr von Hohenhausen-Hochaus (1788-1872). He commanded the "Bavarian Beefeaters" from 1860 to his death. We cannot explain the odd Orthodox cross seemingly in front of the Merit Order of the Bavarian Crown, Bavarian Order of St. Michael, and Bavarian Ludwig Order (for 50 years service). Then we have the Bavarian campaign crosses for 1790-1812 and 1813+, Greek Order of the Redeemer (from 1830s with an elected Bavarian king?), Austro-Hungarian Leopold Order Austro-Hungarian Order of the Iron Crown Prussian Red Eagle Order Hanover Guelph Order Russian St. Stanislaus Order Hessian Order of Philipp the Generous And last but not least, a Napoleon I Legion d'Honneur. Since Baron H-H was wearing the decoration of Bavaria’s former French ally turned enemy and NOT the St. Helena Medal of 1857... presumably this bar dates from before that. You regard a vanished world that once was and now has passed into legend. . Edited July 18, 2013 by Rick Research Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Rick Research Posted July 17, 2013 Share Posted July 17, 2013 (edited) Bigger is always better. The staff of office makes this quite massive. Consider that this is "undress" by the British definition of informal attire!!!!!! Edited July 18, 2013 by Rick Research Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VtwinVince Posted July 17, 2013 Share Posted July 17, 2013 What can you say, absolutely incredible early group of minis. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naxos Posted July 17, 2013 Share Posted July 17, 2013 Incredible Kette! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sambolini Posted July 17, 2013 Share Posted July 17, 2013 Wow, love the staff mount. Unique, with awesome detail on the lion. Regards, Sam K. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paris Posted July 17, 2013 Share Posted July 17, 2013 Diese Bar ist ca. von 1870 Philippsorden Komtur 1 Klasse und 2 klasse verliehen am 13. April 1869 Hohenhausen und Hochhaus, Leonhard Freiherr von Exellens, Königlich Bayerischer Kämmerer, Gen. der Kav. Generalkapitän der Leibgarde der Hartschiere und Inhaber des 7. Infanterieregiments. Hof und Staatshandbuch Hessen 1870 Gruß Paris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naxos Posted July 17, 2013 Share Posted July 17, 2013 Here is his Obituary: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Rick Research Posted July 17, 2013 Share Posted July 17, 2013 Wow! THANKS to paris and Hardy!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naxos Posted July 17, 2013 Share Posted July 17, 2013 (edited) The man himself and his awards: Edited July 17, 2013 by Naxos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Rick Research Posted July 17, 2013 Share Posted July 17, 2013 But what about the big Orthodox Cross-thingee? See folks--this is what turns normal human beings into... Research Gnomes!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naxos Posted July 17, 2013 Share Posted July 17, 2013 close-up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Rick Research Posted July 17, 2013 Share Posted July 17, 2013 (edited) Good Lord! Remove the mustache and... Evil Ricky's not MY twin--he's reincarnated!!!!! First neck thing = St. Stanislaus, second neck thing = the St. Michael, then campaign cross, Greek Redeemer (notice on the minis bar the face of the ex-King is turned down, with the reverse up), a de-crowned Ld'H and ? St. Michael star. Great on the face and typically cartoony on the medals! Edited July 17, 2013 by Rick Research Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ulsterman Posted July 18, 2013 Share Posted July 18, 2013 I believe the Orthodox thingee is a place holder for the Greek Orthodox Order. I looked him up after we got home as I was fascinated by his office as Head of the Bavarian Hartschiere, who have splendid uniforms and under Ludwig and Lola Montez, their equip page became legendary. Who knows, given what was going on in Bavaria in his lifetime he must have had some great stories to tell...."Lola Montez running giggling down the great staircase pursued by the Mad King clad only in riding boots". ....etc.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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