Royal Kingdom of Yugoslavia – Solid Silver 960 – Grand Cross
Key Information:
• Country: Kingdom of Yugoslavia
• Order: Order of the Yugoslav Crown
• Grade: Grand Cross Breast Star
• Period: Interwar period, 1920s–1930s
• Material: Solid silver approx. 960 fineness (XRF tested)
• Silver content: Ag 95.97%, Cu 4.03%
• Construction: Multi-piece, enameled center
• Dimensions approx.: 74.88 x 74.25 mm
• Horizontal pinback
Medal Design:
Large radiant silver star with finely fluted rays.
Central white enameled medallion featuring the Royal Crown of Yugoslavia in full color enamel.
Green enameled laurel elements between the white petals.
High-quality gold-toned detailing surrounding the crown and central ring.
Elegant multi-piece construction typical of high-class European royal orders.
Reverse in solid silver with traditional broad pin assembly.
Condition
• Excellent overall preservation
• Light natural silver patina
• Enamel very well preserved
• Minor age wear consistent with period
• XRF tested silver approx. 960 fineness
• For condition, please refer to the pictures, all dimensions are approx.
Historical and Collectible Significance:
Instituted in 1930 by King Alexander I of Yugoslavia, the Order of the Yugoslav Crown was awarded for civil and military merit.
The Grand Cross Breast Star represents one of the highest grades of the order and was typically awarded to senior officials, diplomats, and high-ranking officers.
Pre-WWII Yugoslav royal orders in solid high-grade silver are increasingly difficult to find, especially confirmed silver examples.
The strong silver content significantly increases both intrinsic and collector value.
Summary:
An impressive and investment-grade example of the Grand Cross Breast Star of the Order of the Yugoslav Crown.
Solid silver 960 confirmed by XRF, high quality construction, and strong visual appeal.
A premium royal Yugoslav decoration.