Sweden, Kingdom. An Order of the Swords, Knight in Gold, by C.F Carlman

(Kungliga Svärdsordens). Instituted in 1749. Type II (1772-1975). In 18K Gold, a white enamel Maltese cross with ball finials, with a large crown between each arm, two blue enamelled crossed swords sit atop the cross, surmounted by a crown suspension with white enamelled tips and white, red and green enamel detailing across the band, the obverse centerpiece bears a blue enamel field with three crowns surrounding a sword, the reverse centerpiece also bears a blue enamel field with a sword piercing a wreath with PRO PATRIA (For the Fatherland) inscribed above, measures 38.2mm (w) x 57.4mm (h - inclusive of crown suspension), weighs 16.2 grams, unmarked by typical of Carlman manufacture, accompanied by a ribbon, enamels intact, remains in extremely fine condition. 

Contained in its original case of issue, a red leatherette case of issue with golden detailing, the interior with a creme coloured silk interior marked C.F. CARLMAN, the base with a removable red velvet medal bed, measures 61.7mm (w) x 101.7mm (h) x 23.5mm (d), clasp and hinge, light wear, in very fine condition. 

Footnote: This Order was founded by King Frederick I in 1748. It is still technically a Swedish Order, but it has not been awarded since 1975. It was conferred upon Swedish military personnel for long and meritorious service. At the time of its creation the Order was composed of only two grades, the I Class Commander and the I Class Knight. The Commander Grand Cross was created in 1772, the II Class Commander was created in 1873, and the II Class Knight was created in 1889.