Royal Romanian Order, 5th Class, Knight Cross, 1881 Type
Key Information:
• Country: Romania
• Award: Order of the Crown of Romania
• Class: 5th Class Knight
• Period: World War II era
• Type: Necklet style ribbon mounting
• Dimensions approx.: 42.15 x 40.76 mm
• Construction: Multi-piece with enamel
• Ribbon present
Medal Design:
Obverse:
White enamel cross with red translucent enamel panels.
Central medallion with royal crown.
Inscription: PRIN NOI ÎNȘINE
Translation: “Through Ourselves”
Date: 14 MARTIE 1881
Reverse:
Central medallion with inscription:
10 MAIU 1866 – 1877 – 1881
Red translucent enamel center.
Openwork decorative elements between arms.
Condition:
• Small enamel damage present
• Light surface wear consistent with age
• Ribbon glued on the reverse side
• Overall good collectible condition
• For condition, please refer to the pictures, all dimensions are approx.
Historical and Collectible Significance:
Instituted in 1881 by King Carol I, the Order of the Crown of Romania was awarded for civil and military merit.
The 5th Class Knight was widely issued during the Royal period, including WWII.
A classic Romanian royal order with strong collector demand.
Summary:
A solid WWII era example of the Romanian Order of the Crown, 5th Class Knight, with honest age wear and minor enamel imperfections.