Star Publique Deposited
- Star. (1) A medallic item usually star-shaped and worn on the breast as the insignia of an order of a badge of honor. It is separate from any sash, ribbon or collar, always has multiple points and is often embellished with enamel or jewels. It has a clasp, screw pin or pin bar on the reverse for attaching to a garment. See breast star.Reference: NE42 {1982} Doty, p 312.
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An Encyclopedia of Coin and Medal Technology
For Artists, Makers, Collectors and Curators
COMPILED AND WRITTEN BY D. WAYNE JOHNSON
Roger W. Burdette, Editor