(Τάγμα Φοίνικος). Instituted in 1926. Type II (1935-1973). In silver gilt phoenix insignia, mounted to an silver gilt and white enamelled cross base, cypher of King Paul (1947-1964) on the reverse cartouche, measuring 57 mm (w) x 60 mm (h) inclusive of its integral ring, missing its ring and crown suspension, replacement full-length neck ribbon, very light contact, intact enamels, extremely fine.
Footnote: The Order of the Phoenix is an order of Greece, established on May 13, 1926, by the republican government of the Second Hellenic Republic, to replace the defunct Royal Order of George I. The Order was retained by the revived Monarchy after 1935, and continues to be awarded by the current Third Republic. The Order is bestowed by the Greek government to Greek citizens who have excelled in the arts and literature, science, public administration, shipping, commerce, and industry. It is also awarded to foreigners who have helped raise Greece's international prestige, in five grades.