Vatican, Papal State. An Order of St. Sylvester an a Pro Ecclesia Et Pontifice Medal Hold (SF 40343 D

(SF 40343 D

surface oxidation evident on the Queen's jaw on the reverse

in mint condition (never been removed from the box

Hackney continued his pararescue career until a 1980 training accident grounded him

Vatican, Papal State. An Order of St. Sylvester an a Pro Ecclesia Et Pontifice Medal Hold (SF 40343 DAn Order of St. Sylvester, Knight, in silver gilt and enamels, measures 42. 9 mm (w) x 45. 2 mm (h), partial silver mark on ring, worn on original ribbon, in extremely fine condition. A "Pro Ecclesia Et Pontifice" (For Church And Pontiff) Cross, in silver gilt, measuring 42. 2 mm (w) x 45. 7 mm (h) inclusive of its integral ring, scattered gilt wear evident on the obverse, very light contact overall, original ribbon, in extremely fine condition.