Romania, Socialist Republic. An Order Of The Star Of The Socialist Republic, I Class Grand Cross Badge, C.1970 Auction reverse inscribed "WORLD WAR BEGAN

reverse inscribed "WORLD WAR BEGAN AUGUST 1

the reverse centre reads “1848 FRIEDRICH WILHELM IV 1849” encompassed by a border with the inscription “SEINEN BIS IN DEN TOD GETREUEN KRIEGERN” (HIS DEADLY WARRIORS)

it was only by his skill and calm courage that proper depth was maintained and the boat was capable of returning to port

goes to his brother

65 mm (w) x 36

Romania, Socialist Republic. An Order Of The Star Of The Socialist Republic, I Class Grand Cross Badge, C.1970 Auction reverse inscribed "WORLD WAR BEGAN(Ordinul Steaua Republicii Socialiste Romnia). In bronze gilt a five point star with clusters of smooth rays, the obverse medallion with orange enamels, reverse plain and hollow, measures 36. 7 mm (w) x 41. 2 mm (h inclusive of its integral ring), weighs 12. 1 grams, triangular shaped loop suspension, intact enamels, extremely fine.