Germany, Third Reich, German/Indian Legion ‘Azad Hind’ Star First Class with Swords, ‘Sardar-e-Jang’ (Warlord) Grade in its Original Presentation Case. A fine-quality Cross, gold-plated centre and swords with bright polished highlights, flat pin. Maker’s circular plaque on back reading ‘Rudolf Souval Wien VII’. 2 small scratches on back. Case covered in artificial pale brown leather, with gold embossed tiger’s head and crossed swords. Inside, lid in pale cream silk printed in black ‘Rudolf Souval Wien VII Str.D. Julikampfer, 23’. Lower section in dark blue velvet. Slight wear to edges of case, nearly extremely fine £800-£1,000

Note: The firm of Rudolf Souval was the only maker of the Azad Hind series of awards during the Second World War.