Baden. An Order of Berthold the First, Commander's Star, by L. Bertsch, c.1905

(Orden Berthold des Ersten Bruststern zum Kommandeurkreuz). 1896-1918 Issue. In silver, the obverse with a round central red enameled medallion depicting Berthold with a flag and shield on a horse, surrounded by a gold ring, and a white enameled ring, inscribed “Grechtigkeit ist Macht” (German - Justice is Might), surrounded by an additional gold ring; the revese plain, with a functional hinge/catch assembly; maker marked “L.(udwig) Bertsch, Karlsruhe” on the reverse; measuring 89.75 mm (w) x 89.66 mm (h); weighing 74.2 grans; in virtually mint condition. 

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