Bulgaria, Order of St. Alexander - exile version Simeon II.

[Bretzen]

hello gentlemen,

 

I would like to show you a breast star as awarded by Simeon II in exile. Made by the jeweller Cejalvo in Madrid.

The French import hallmarks suggest that it was awarded to France.

I would be delighted if other collectors have other pieces from this period in their collections,

and of course want to show them here.

I would also be pleased to receive informations - also about possible sales in auctions.

 

I am also asking for confirmation of the swan hallmark.

My information is that this hallmark with the swan and the two lines was introduced by France in 1984 as a guarantee hallmark for 800/1000 silver.

 

I look forward to receiving answers.

 

With kind regards

Uwe aka Bretzen

 

Edited November 7, 2023 by Bretzen

[ilieff]

I think it's the first time I see a quality picture of this type of breast star. Thanks. 

 

As for the swan hallmark, I would suggest you inquire in the French section of the forum (if you haven't already).

[steveBobby]

I checked two commonly used silver mark websites,I think the timing regarding the use of the swan logo is correct. 

This is truly a very rare and beautiful piece！

Sincerely

Steve

[Graf]

Very nice piece It is the first Star of the Order of St Alexander i have seen The swan mark is French mark for import silver as suggested

Here is a Cross from same period