Saxony, Kingdom. An Albert Order, II Class Knight’s Cross, with Period Case

(Albrechtsorden Ritterkreuz II. Klasse mit Etui). Instituted 31 December 1850 by King Friedirch August II. (1876-1905 issue). Constructed of gilded silver with multi-coloured enamels, consisting of a Latin Cross with white enameled arms, the obverse overlaid by a central white enameled medallion bearing a gilt profile of Duke Albert III, surrounded by a blue enameled ring bearing a gilt inscription of “ALBERTUS ANIMOSUS” (“ALBERT THE BOLD”) with arabesques, the reverse overlaid by a central white enameled medallion bearing a gilded and enameled Saxon coat of arms, surrounded by a blue enameled ring bearing a gilt date of “1850” with arabesques, the twelve o’clock arm topped by an eyelet and ring connecting to a period original tri-fold ribbon, unmarked, measuring 34.36 mm (w) x 44.15 mm (h), weighing 16.0 grams, accompanied by a period but mis-matched presentation case intended for a combatant’s version, constructed of a rigid card stock frame with a faux maroon leather liner, the lid bearing a gilt inscription of “A. R. 2” topped by crossed swords, the interior with a white cloth liner and fitted maroon velvet medal bed, closing with a functional metal snap button, unmarked, measuring 55 mm (w) x 75 mm (l) x 20 mm (h), in overall extremely fine condition.