Description: Kingdom of Bulgaria Order of Merit Boris III2ND CLASS WITH SUSPENSION CROWN!! Order of Merit 2nd Class - Boris - emission with non-statutory suspension crown. From George Paprikov's collection, judging from black velveteen display mount and identification title. On non-battlefield related service red ribbon. Ribbon fastened [double-sided tape of some sort?] to display mount. The crown above the award planchet unknown in the literature. Perhaps a personal unofficial augmentation. Other Bulgarian Orders, like some German state awards, included a suspension crown to indicate a higher grade within a decoration. From George Paprikov's collection, formed 1958-1972. Imagine a silver Boris Order of Merit 2nd class attached to a knight class crown. These are best images available. CONDITION: Insignia, 60 mm by 35 mm, in used condition with minor tarnish & minor wear to metal. Ribbon shows age. Made of silver metal & hard enamel. No apparent maker or other markings; crown swivels from planchet. NOT RETURNABLE DUE TO FAULTS DESCRIBED ABOVE ADDITIONAL similar pieces available; ask for details. SHIPPING: Via US parcel select class mail included in opening bid -- NOTE THAT U.S. domestic parcel postage, insurance and packaging [included in the starting price for these items] costs about $12, depending on your location. U.S. Priority mail option at ADDITIONAL COST TO WINNING BIDDER. Will accept non-USA resident bids; shipping costs to be determined depending on auction outcome. Customs/brokerage fees at winning bidder's expense. When sent to Europe fees are about $30 higher, other destinations at similar cost. PAYMENT: Due within 3 days of auction end using eBay system. Items not paid for in that period are re-listed and e-Bay will be notified of non-payment. RETURNS: Accepted if you notify me of your intent to return within ONE DAY of receipt, the item is returned in the same condition as sent within 14 days of receipt and you pay return postage. Payment back to you via eBay less my postage/handling cost. Please ask questions before bidding: Your bid means you accept above terms.
Price: 165.4 USD
Location: Great Cacapon, West Virginia
End Time: 2024-11-05T02:59:02.000Z
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Country: Bulgaria
Original/Reproduction: Original
Theme: Militaria
Country/Region of Manufacture: Austria
