Description
Order of St. Pope Sylvester, Knight Commander, silver-gilt and enamelled, on the original breast ribbon. The Order of Saint Sylvester is a state award of the Vatican. A minor knightly order of the Holy See. Intended to reward laymen who have rendered services to the Catholic Church and the Holy See. The Knights of Saint Sylvester used to have the privilege of riding a horse inside Saint Peter's in Rome. Good condition.