Romania, Kingdom. An Order of the Romanian Star, Knight’s Cross with Swords certificate_of_authenticity maker marked on the obverse

maker marked on the obverse with “K & Q” for Klein & Quenzer

1941 in the rank of Major for his actions in the Battle of Uman

original independent "with swords for civilians" ribbon

along with the manufacturer's stamp inscribed "WORKMAN UNIFORM CO

constructed of field-grey wool with a pronounced whipcord weave

Romania, Kingdom. An Order of the Romanian Star, Knight’s Cross with Swords certificate_of_authenticity maker marked on the obverse(Ordinul Steaua Romaniei). Instituted in 1877 by Prince Carol I. Type II (1932 1947). Military Division. In bronze gilt, a blue enamelled cross with eagles in each quadrant, swords pierce the central medallion, the obverse medallion features the cypher of Carol I, surrounded by a blue enamel ring inscribed IN FIDE SALUS, encircled by a green enamelled wreath, the reverse medallion features the year 1877 on a red enamel field, surrounded by a green