1877-78 Independence War Commemorative Medal. In this conflict, the newly-created state of Romania successfully defended its fragile independence through participation in the Russo-Turkish War, with some 10,000 Romanian casualties. Consequently, this medal has special significance as one of the first decorations issued by the Romanian nation. At inception in 1878, it was intended only for civilians holding high offices in the army, but later that same year eligibility was extended to some 5,000 officers and lower ranks in the town militias. Die-struck medal in bronze, only traces of original gilding remaining. Beautiful design by E. Falot (marked full name to obverse and initials to reverse). Fitted with incorrect ribbon (should have red-yellow-red borders). Rarely offered medal and in quite good condition. All details still crisp, some age darkening and light scratches. 30mm in diameter. Item #Rom4. (125)
$125.00
Kingdom, Medical Merit Decoration 1st class. Founded in 1913, this very attractive award was given for Extraordinary services in the Red Cross during the Balkan War. Also called Queen Elizabeth Cross. Ribbon is a war variation (regular is white with red edge stripes). The first revision of the award occured in 1913 when War decoration was distinguished by the silver wreath pinned to the ribbon. This in term was revised again in 1938 where wreath was no longer attached but 2 gold edge stripes were added to ribbon. So this is a WW2 vintage piece. Condition is great, just some spotty patina. Item # Rom. 12 (145)
Kingdom; Military Virtue/bravery cross. This was one of highest strictly military decorations before one was considered for an Order that this country awarded. Second grade of award (silver). Great detail to oak wreath (between arms) and King's head. Inscribed: 'Rege al Romaniei, Carol I'. Reverse inscribed : 'Virtute Militara'. Original moire ribbon. 39mm. Shows age and wear. Silvered bronze. Truly rare. Item # Rom 1. *SOLD*.
Kingdom, Medal for military virtue. Model 1872, 2nd class. One of highest military awards of the Kingdom. Issued for highest acts of bravery during war. Medal in silver. Obverse of King Carol I, inscribed: 'Carol I, Domn Al Romaniei. Reverse inscribed 'Virtute Militara' with oak and laurel wreath around. Stylish laurel wreath suspension. Original ribbon shows wear and few light pulls. Medal is lightly worn, with few typical wear points, no damage however. Very rarely offered for sale. 31mm in diameter. Item # Rom 2. *SOLD*
1941 Crusade against Communism commemorative medal. Issued to military and civilians alike for distinguished service on the Eastern Front. Often awarded to German troops. Made in tombac. Shows age and typical wear. Original ribbon and thick suspension eye. 32mm in diameter. Item #Rom3. *SOLD*
Order of the Crown, Officer with swords 2nd type (1932-44). Gilt bronze cross with original case of issue by G. Lemaitre, Paris. Typical French manufacturing with thin crown and very good details. Original proper (silver center and gold edge stripes) ribbon with rosette. No damage. French maker would indicate very early war issue. Case shows age and some wear to bottom and edges. Lid gold embossed with Ferdinand's monogram. Ferdinand's cypher was used ( on and off ) until about 1940 even though the King died of cancer in 1927 and His nephew Michael I took over. Ferdinand became King of Romania in 1914 but was not officially crowned until 1922 ( and took on name of Ferdinand I ). Item # Rom 5. *SOLD*
Order of the Crown 2nd type, Knight with swords. Silver with bronze gilt Royal cypher to center. Enamels intact, some light cracking and tiny chip to white riband. Very good quality, most likely Romanian manufacture. Original ribbon. Very good condition, some age tarnish. Item # Rom 6. *Sold*
Order of the Star, 1st type (1864-1932). Knight's cross in silver gilt. Original ribbon court mounted. Great detail to all, no damage. Rich enamels intact. Fine, Romanian manufacture. Probably early 1920's or earlier (look at crown shape and details). Age darkening in normal areas (inside corners, crevices). Item # Rom 7. *SOLD*
Order of the Star, knight 1st type. Impressed maker to small raised plaque on bottom of the cross: 'Resch' (this was a Romanian maker from Bucarest). Very good quality to all, no damage just age tarnish. Original tri-fold ribbon, probably awarded to an Austrian or Serb (this was the way these countries issued their awards and in order to fit on medal bars all ribbons had to be mounted in same manner). Item # Rom 8. *Sold*
Order of the Star, 2nd type (1932-1947). Knight grade with swords (during WW2 many of these were awarded to German and other Axis officers). Very good details, probably Romanian made. Silver frame with gilt center/riband. Enamels intact. Vintage ribbon. Attractive award. Item # Rom 9. *Sold*
Order of the Crown, 1st type (1881-1932). Knight class. All silver badge in fantastic quality. French made by famous order maker Arthus Bertrand Beranger, Paris. In original case of issue, gold embossed Ferdinand's monogram to top. Maker's name and address to underside of the lid. Eyelet marked with French silver punch mark. Hand-chased details to border of red enamels. Arms finished to a fine edge. Truly a jewelers quality of workmanship. Original ribbon. Other then few minor cracking to white enamel riband (reverse) all others intact. Case lightly worn. Pre 1918 as this Logo of Bertrand was used between 1901 and 1917. Item # Rom 10. *SOLD*
Order of the Romanian Crown, 2nd type officer's grade with swords. Bronze gilt. Late issue by 'Monetaria Nationala' (Romanian National Mint - quite hard to find) in original case of issue with gold embossed Michael I monogram. All awards of this era (Michael I) are fairly rare - late WW2 award. All in nearly immaculate condition. Light aging to case. Gilding still great and shiny, enamels are perfect. Original ribbon. Item # Rom 11. *Sold*
Royal Romanian Air Force Bravery Order - Officer with swords. This is the 1st type of this rare award (1930 - 1940). Awards with swords were given for first actions during WW2. Awesome looking order, fantastic design (most Romanian Orders were rather beautiful in my opinion). Great workmanship. Blue enamelled cross (hybrid of Michael's Order cross and AF wings) with green enamels wreath and crossed swords. Center shield of Romanian National eagle, King Carol's cipher to center. Reverse fully enamelled and date of founding of the Order (1930). It is a pleasure to offer this rare and exciting award. Comes with ribbon. Great condition to all, no enamel damage. 44mm x 49.5mm. Item # Rom. 13. *SOLD*
Order of the Romanian Star, Commander - 1st type (1864-1932) on original neck ribbon. Enamels very good (one repair done to right lower side of the blue ribband - excellent repair though and in hard enamels). Only visible upon close examination. Full length necklette (some stitching done to one side - but not detractive). Overall very good condition. Large and heavy decoration, 97mm high (top of crown to bottom of the badge) x 64.2mm. Most original gilding remains. Highly attractive decoration. Item # Rom. 14 *SOLD*
Order of the Star, earlier type with an unusual crown. It is pointier then normally. Knights class of the award. Small chip to blue ribband and right arm of the cross (not detractive though). Original ribbon in very good condition. 40mm wide. Multi piece construction. Item # Rom. 16 *SOLD*
Royal Romanian Air Force Bravery Order - gold merit cross with swords. 2nd type (1938) of the award. Swords would indicate a WW2 award. Michael's Royal cipher to center. Date of founding of the order (1930) to reverse. Original ribbon lightly soiled and couple minor 'pulls'. Most gilding remains, some age darkening. Very good overall. 42.6mm wide. Item # Rom. 17 *SOLD*
Kingdom. Royal Hohenzollern House Order of Romania. Gold medal with crown and swords. All grades are considerably rare in commerce. Original ribbon stained. Gilding very good. Swivelled crown suspension. All details crisp. Obverse of Royal eagle, inscription around: 'Nihil sine deo', oak/laurel wreath. Reverse inscribed: '1 Januarie 1842', Charles' crowned Royal cipher to center. Attractive item. 33mm diam, 3mm thick. Great condition. Item # Rom. 18 *SOLD*
1916-1918 Commemorative cross (WW1). 2 Campaign bars: Dobrogea, Ardeal. This award was established immediately at the end of the Great War in 1918. Given for services rendered. Struck in bronze. Ferdinand's Royal Cipher to obverse, dated 1916 1918 to reverse. Good condition to all (original ribbon!) - these for some reason are rarely found in nice shape. 40mm. Item # Rom. 19 *SOLD*
Order of Michael the Brave, 3rd class. This is the 2nd highest ranking Romanian award (only inferior to Order of Carol). 2nd type of the award as issued between 1941-1944. Many awarded to German officers. This was strictly military bravery Order. Bronze gilt, rich enamels intact. 2 part crown suspension. Great details to all. All grades of this order are hard to find. Original ribbon lightly stained. 40mm. Michaels cipher to obverse, Ferdinand's to reverse with date of founding (1916). Shows some wear but no damage. Item # Rom 20 *SOLD*
