WWI Romanian Decoration, Carol I Period, Gilt 1st Class
Key Information:
• Country: Romania
• Award: Manhood and Loyalty Medal 1st Class
• Reign: Carol I
• Period: World War I era
• Version: With crossed swords
• Material: Gilt bronze
• Dimensions approx.: 59.10 mm including suspension x 34.16 mm
• Weight: please see description
• Ribbon attached
Medal Design:
Obverse:
CAROL I REGE AL ROMANIEI
Translation: Carol I, King of Romania
Reverse:
BĂRBĂȚIE ȘI CREDINȚĂ
Translation: Manhood and Loyalty
Suspension:
Laurel leaf suspension with crossed swords device.
The left sword grip in the suspension shows a visible bend.
Oval medal suspended from decorative wartime suspension element.
Condition:
• Very good overall condition
• Gilt finish well preserved
• Honest age wear
• Left sword grip slightly bent
• Ribbon in good condition
• For condition, please refer to the pictures, all dimensions are approx.
Historical and Collectible Significance:
Instituted during the reign of King Carol I, this decoration was awarded for bravery and loyalty.
The crossed swords indicate wartime award.
The gilt 1st Class version is less common and desirable among collectors of WWI Romanian decorations.
Summary:
An attractive WWI Romanian 1st Class Manhood and Loyalty Medal with swords, retaining strong original finish and period character.