Belgian Royal Order, Commander Class Decoration
• Country: Belgium
• Order: Order of the Crown (Ordre de la Couronne)
• Class: Commander
• Type: Neck badge with ribbon
• Period: Kingdom of Belgium, Royal issue
• Dimensions: approx. 74.58 mm including wreath suspension × 55.64 mm
• Material: Gilt metal with enamel
• All dimensions are approximate
Medal Design:
The badge features a white-enameled Maltese cross with gilt rays between the arms. The central medallion bears a royal crown on blue enamel on the obverse, with a royal monogram on blue enamel on the reverse. The badge is suspended from a green-enameled laurel wreath and retains its original red neck ribbon.
Condition:
Good overall condition. Enamel on the cross arms is well preserved. Please note: there is damage to the blue enamel on the reverse central medallion. Ribbon shows normal age and wear. Please refer carefully to the pictures for full condition details.
Historical and Collectible Significance:
The Order of the Crown is one of Belgium’s principal national orders, awarded for distinguished service to the state, industry, commerce, science, and the arts. Commander-class badges are highly collectible and represent a senior grade within the order, making them desirable to collectors of European and Belgian decorations.
Summary:
An authentic Belgian Order of the Crown Commander Badge with wreath suspension and ribbon. A solid example suitable for a collection of European orders and decorations.
Please refer to the pictures.