Vatican, Gregory XVI (1831-1846). Order of St. Gregory the Great, c. 1831 (Ordo Sancti Gregorii Magni), Civil, Borna Barac, Vatican 376, red, enameled Maltese cross in gilded Silver (925 Sterling) with spherical finials, the center of the obverse depicts a portrait of St. Gregory on a blue enameled field, surrounded by a ring with the inscription S. GREGORIUS MAGNUS, the reverse depicts a hand-engraved pattern, the center of the reverse depicts the motto of the order PRO DEO ET PRINCIPE (For God and Ruler), surrounded by the inscription GREGORIUS XVI P.M.A NNO I, suspended on a green enamel laurel wreath, signifying the civil branch, dimensions 55 x 80 mm, weight (without ribbon) 25,20 g, C0ndition Very Good, original ribbon
This Order was founded by Pope Gregory XVI, and it was originally conferred upon Catholics who exhibited zeal for the Catholic faith, and loyalty to the Vatican. The Order is named for Pope Gregory I, also known as Pope Gregory the Great, who held the office from 590 to 604. The civil division is awarded to recognize the personal meritorious service of recipients. The modern Order is primarily bestowed to Catholics to recognize personal and meritorious service to Catholicism and the Holy See, and for being virtuous examples for their local community. Since 1993 it has been conferrable upon women, and since 1998 the Order may be awarded to non-Catholics.
The Order features two divisions, the military division and the civil division. The military division is awarded to military personnel and Papal troops who defend the Holy See in battles and wartime. The civil division is awarded to recognize the personal meritorious service of recipients. The military division grades are surmounted by a military trophy, while the civil division grades are surmounted by a wreath. Due to the dissolution of the Papal Army in 1870, and the disbandment of the Palatine Guard in 1970, the military division of this Order has become obsolete.
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Vatican, Gregory XVI (1831-1846). Order of St. Gregory the Great, c. 1831 (Ordo Sancti Gregorii Magni), Civil, Borna Barac, Vatican 376, red, enameled Maltese cross in gilded Silver (925 Sterling) with spherical finials, the center of the obverse depicts a portrait of St. Gregory on a blue enameled field, surrounded by a ring with the inscription S. GREGORIUS MAGNUS, the reverse depicts a hand-engraved pattern, the center of the reverse depicts the motto of the order PRO DEO ET PRINCIPE (For God and Ruler), surrounded by the inscription GREGORIUS XVI P.M.A NNO I, suspended on a green enamel laurel wreath, signifying the civil branch, dimensions 55 x 80 mm, weight (without ribbon) 25,20 g, C0ndition Very Good, original ribbon