Lot 1562
Hawaiian Decoration - Companion Cross. Extremely Fine MF 2RO-24. Royal Order of Oceania Established by King Kalakaua on December 16, 1886 and awarded to those instrumental in promoting the welfare of the Kingdom and especially in advancing the good name and influence of Hawaii in the Polynesian Islands, the Pacific and Asia. Order not awarded after 1890. A total of 12 companion crosses were awarded. It is similar to the officer cross except with plain silver rays between arms and without the crown above. Order only, no ribbon. Very choice condition with no chips in the enamel. See page 157 of Medcalf's "Hawaiian Money Standard Catalog" second edition.
Estimated Value $3,000 - 4,000.
From the 9/09 Hawaii Collection.
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