Lot 107
Romania. Kingdom. Order of the Crown of Romania. Type I, 1881-1932. A Grand Cross Star with Swords in gilt silver, silver and enamels; 85mm, 92.0 grams, unmarked as to maker. The reverse with a thin central pin and two side retaining hooks for suspension. Klietmann-63.9.1; as Werlich-1064, Vernon-76 (at $400 in 2000). Representing one half of a Grand Cross set, lacking badge or sash. As no usual maker or hallmarks are present and the diameter is 4-5mm smaller than most period issued GC stars, this is likely of 1920s vintage, circa the reigns of King Ferdinand I (1914-1927) and/or King Michael (1927-1930). French manufacture made for replacement by a recipient, or possibly an early collector specimen made for study purposes. We note a few hairline enamel cracks and one tiny chip along with wear to the gilding, and two star points are slightly bent otherwise nearly Extremely Fine.
Estimated Value $600 - 800.
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| Realized $960 |
