ROMANIA

Grand Cross Set, 2nd Model (1938), for Military in Time of Peace. Sash Badge, 108x65 mm., gilt Silver, maker's mark "Resch", both sides dark blue enameled, obverse medallion with Carol I cipher, reverse medallion with "1877", with original crown, suspension loop and original unsewn sash. Breast Star with Swords, 75 mm., Silver, hallmarked "341-42, SILBER, crown", maker`s mark "CFZ", superimposed parts gilt and enameled, brilliant cut, multipart construction, reverse with medium pin back. Extremely rare set, only 15 pieces awarded!

Grand Cross Set, 1st Model (1932). Sash Badge, 80x56 mm., Silver gilt, hallmarked "crown-34-81", maker`s mark "HW - Heinrich Weiss" concave cross, beautifully made slightly rounded light blue enamel on both sides and laurel wreaths between the limbs. The medallion on the obverse with Romanian coat of arms, the reverse medallion with the inscription Serviciu Credincios (Loyal Service), long sash. Breast Star with crown above the medallion, 70 mm., partially gilt Silver, enameled, hallmark "900-KK-crown", on the reverse medium pin.

An Officer's Cape awarded to officers, who have worn it at military parades and all official meetings. Officially it was adopted in 1940 by regulation. Made of white wool, having on collar patches with the letter V, embroidered in the colors of the order`s ribbon. The cape is lined with cherrycolored silk. On the left chest is stitched the order`s cross, made of royal blue velvet and gold wire thread. Under the collar, two brass ornaments. Very rare cape in extremely fine condition. II RR!

Commander`s Cross, 2nd Class, 5th Model. Neck Badge, 86x61 mm., gilt Silver, one side light blue enameled trefoiled cross with golden edges, the cipher of King Michael I and two crossed swords, original suspension loop and ribbon. Extremely rare model and class, in best condition! I RR!

Commander`s Cross, 2nd Class, 4th Model. Neck Badge, 84x61mm., gilt Copper, blue enameled, obverse with the cipher of King Michael I and the 2nd model institution year 1941, reverse the order`s original institution date, 1916 and King Ferdinand`s cipher, with original suspension loop and correct ribbon. Rare class, in perfect condition! I R!

1st Class, 5th Model, 1944. Breast Star, 59 mm., gilt Bronze, one side light blue enameled trefoiled cross with golden edges, the cipher of King Michael I and two crossed swords. Large pin on the back. Extremely rare model and class, instituted in August 1944, of best manufacture and condition. I RR!

1st Class, 4th Model. Breast Star, 58 mm., gilt Silver, one side dark blue enameled trefoiled cross with golden edges, the cipher of King Michael I and the 3rd model institution year 1941 and the order`s original institution date, 1916 and King Ferdinand`s cipher. In case of issue. Large pin on the back. Very rare class, very seldom awarded, in superb condition. I RR!

1st Class, 3rd Model. Breast Star, 58 mm., gilt Silver, one side light blue enameled trefoiled cross with golden edges, the cipher of King Michael I and two crossed swords, thin pin on the back. Extremely rare model awarded to foreigners only, instituted in 1941 after closing the old order from 1916, of best manufacture and condition ! I RR!

1st Class, 1st Model, 1916. Breast Star, 58 mm., gilt Silver, maker`s mark "Monetaria Nationala", one side light blue enameled trefoiled cross with golden edges and the cipher of King Ferdinand I. Screw and plate on the back, dark patina. The order was exclusively awarded to officers for outstanding actions in front of the enemy. Extremely rare class and model with screwback, awarded only 3 times, in extremely fine condition! I RR!

Grand Officer's Set For Ladies, 2nd Model (1932). Neck Badge, 49 mm., gilt Silver, both sides red enameled, obverse medallion with cipher of Carol I, reverse medallion with "10 Maiu", original suspension ring, loop and ribbon. Breast Star, 66 mm., Silver, hallmarked "crown, 101", maker`s mark "Heinrich Weiss - Bucarest", on the superimposed parts enameled, multipart construction, thin size pin on reverse. In case of issue by "Heinrich Weiss - Bucarest", with gilt imprint on the lid and Royal monogram. Superb set of high rarity, in mint condition. I RR!