Serbia, Kingdom. Order Of St.Sava , Fifth Class Knight.

Instituted in 1883. Third Model (1921- 1941).Saint in Green Robes. In silver gilt with blue, white enamels,gilt centerpiece rings, dated "1883"on reverse, measuring 41.5mm.(w)x 71mm.(h)inclusive of its crown and laterally-pierced ball suspension. In French and Serbian on the white cloth inside lid maker marked "HUGUENIN FRERES and Co.Medailleurs LE LOCLE(SUISSE).The Order of St.Sava was a decoration of the Kingdom of Serbia established by Milan First on January 23,1883,originally to recognize civilians for meritorious achievements to the Church, to arts and science,the royal house and the state.In 1914,a change was made permitting military personnel to receive the Honour for military merit.The Order was awarded until abolishment of the monarchy in 1945.It was awarded in five grades:Grand Cross, Grand Officer,Commander,Officer and Knight.