Royal period Romanian decoration, crown suspension, enamel intact
Key Information:
• Country: Romania
• Award: Order of the Star of Romania (Ordinul Steaua României)
• Class: 5th Class – Knight
• Period: 1932–1947 (Royal Monarchy)
• Material: Silvered bronze with blue, red and green enamel
• Suspension: Royal crown
• Dimensions approx.: 64.79 mm including crown x 42.79 mm
Medal Design:
Obverse:
Blue enamel cross (Tatzenkreuz form) with silvered eagles between the arms.
Central medallion with the cypher of King Carol I.
Blue ring inscription: “IN FIDE SALUS” – translated: “In Faith is Salvation.”
Green laurel wreath surrounding the center, symbolizing honor and victory.
Reverse:
Central red enamel medallion with the date “1877”, marking Romania’s War of Independence.
Green enamel wreath surrounding the date.
Crown suspension indicating Royal-era issue (pre-1947).
Condition:
• Enamel overall intact
• Inside the number “8” there is no enamel loss – what appears visible is dirt or slight discoloration; enamel is complete
• Minor surface wear and natural age patina
• Crown shows expected period wear and toning
• Ribbon shows age and is glued at the reverse
• For condition, please refer to the pictures, all dimensions are approx.
Historical and Collectible Significance:
The Order of the Star of Romania is Romania’s highest civil order and one of its most prestigious royal decorations.
This 5th Class Knight example with crown suspension was awarded during the Royal Monarchy period (1932–1947) for distinguished military or civil service.
The presence of the crown confirms production prior to the abolition of the monarchy in 1947.
Royal-era examples remain highly collectible, especially with intact enamel and original construction.
Summary:
Authentic Royal-period Romanian Order of the Star of Romania, 5th Class Knight.
Crown suspension. Enamel intact. Attractive display piece with strong historical presence.
A desirable addition to any collection of European royal orders or WWII-era Romanian decorations.