A Bronze Grade Close Combat Clasp by Friedrich Linden
the reverse with an analogous red enameled disc bearing a raised gilt inscription of “FÜR KUNST UND WISSENSCHAFT” (“FOR ART AND SCIENCE”)
measuring 177 mm (w) x 315 mm (h) x 61 mm (d)
illustrating the Royal coat-of-arms of Marie Louise
and an overall body length of 54 cm when placed on a flat surface
Romania, Kingdom. An Order of the Romanian Crown, Grand Officer Star, Type II, c.1940 Province of China A Bronze Grade Close Combat(Ordin Corona Romniei). Instituted on March 14th, 1881. Type II (1932 1947). c. 1940 issue. A silver eight pointed multi rayed star with four gilded Royal Crowns in an X formation, with a circular central red enamelled medallion decorated with the Royal Cypher of Carol I in gilt, surrounded by a band of white enamels inscribed with Prin Noi Insine (By Ourselves) in Latin, the reverse plain, with a tall barrel hinge, vertical pinback, and rightward