Saxony. A 1914-1918 Civil Service Order Knight’s Cross Second Class with Swords

"A completely untouched example of a 1914-1918 issue Saxony Civil Service Order Knight’s Cross Second Class with Swords (Zivil-Verdienstorden Ritterkreuz II Klasse mit Schwertern); a silver white enameled Maltese cross with silver gilt crossed swords between the arms of the cross; the obverse with a white enameled center medallion bearing a crowned Saxon coat of arms, surrounded by a white enameled ring, inscribed “Fried. Aug. K. V. Sachsen. D. 7. Juni 1815” (Friedrich August König von Sachsen den 7. Juni 1815) in gilt lettering; the reverse with a central white enameled medallion, inscribed “Für Verdienst und Treue” (German - For Service and Loyalty) within a green enameled oak wreath bearing fruit; on a loop for suspension from its period original ribbon (bearing a collector’s tag); measuring 34.66 mm x 35.07 mm; weighing 17.7 grams; an untouched example without cracks or flaking in the enamels; in virtually mint condition.

Footnote: 1795 examples of this Civil Service Order Knight’s Cross Second Class with Swords awarded, with 1793 awarded during the First War."

This offering is a part of the "Dr. Albert Goodwin Collection", a preeminent assemblage of world Orders, Medals, and Decorations composed solely by Dr.Goodwin between 1946-1967. Dr. Goodwin had a successful career as an educator and prominent physician in New York as well as actively serving in both World Wars with the United States Medical Corps. He acted as both President and Vice-President of the Orders and Medals Society of America (OMSA) and is responsible for organizing their first convention in 1960. He maintained further membership with the American Society of Military Collectors, the International Orders Research Society, and the American Numismatic Society. His knowledge and passion for history and awards is evident in this meticulously compiled collection that is now available in its entirety for the first time exclusively on eMedals.com.