Ethiopia, Kingdom. An Order of Solomon's Seal, IV Class Knight, by B.A.Sevadjian Archive minor interruptions in the bullion

minor interruptions in the bullion

the reverse centre presents the profile of an indigenous person

the twelve o’clock arm topped by a crown suspension executed in silver with red enamels

to settle in Bytown (later Ottawa)

Ethiopia, Kingdom. An Order of Solomon's Seal, IV Class Knight, by B.A.Sevadjian Archive minor interruptions in the bullionInstituted in 1874. In bronze gilt, marked "MADE IN ETHIOPIA" and maker marked "B. A. SEVADJIAN" on the reverse, measuring 41 mm (w) x 64. 5 mm (h) inclusive of its crown suspension, exhibiting traces of greening on both sides, contact marks, replacement ribbon, very fine. Footnote: The Order of Solomon's Seal was instituted in 1874 by Emperor Yohannes IV and was awarded for exceptionally meritorious services, in four grades: Knight Grand Cross, Grand