WWI Romanian Medal for Bravery and Loyalty with Swords
Key Information:
• Country: Romania
• Name: Manhood and Loyalty Medal, 3rd Class
• Period: King Carol I era, WWI period issue
• With swords device
• Dimensions approx.: 54.85 mm including suspension x 32.20 mm
• Material: bronze
• Original suspension and swords device
Medal Design:
Obverse:
Portrait of King Carol I facing left.
Inscription: “CAROL I REGE AL ROMANIEI”
Translation: “Carol I King of Romania”
Reverse:
Inscription: “BĂRBĂȚIE ȘI CREDINȚĂ”
Translation: “Manhood and Loyalty”
Laurel branch at right, crossed swords device above the medal indicating wartime award.
The suspension consists of a decorative oak leaf element and crossed swords.
The connecting ring shows small stamped marks visible in the photos.
Condition:
• Original dark patina
• Even wear consistent with age
• Minor surface marks
• Ribbon shows age wear and small fraying
• For condition, please refer to the pictures, all dimensions are approx.
Historical and Collectible Significance:
The Manhood and Loyalty Medal was instituted during the reign of King Carol I and awarded for bravery and faithful service.
The swords device denotes wartime merit, making this variant more desirable among collectors of Romanian WWI decorations.
Summary:
A solid original WWI Romanian bravery medal with swords, attractive patina and clear inscriptions. A good representative example of an early 20th century Romanian military decoration.