Romania, Kingdom. An Order of the Star, Grand Cross Star, by Joseph Resch, c.1920
(Ordinul Steaua României). Instituted on 10 May 18778 by Prince Carol I. Type I. (1877-1932 Issue). A lovely breast star, constructed of silver, consisting of eight-points, each arm composed of ten faceted rays, the obverse centre presents a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in each quadrant, with swords crossed behind, with a gilded obverse centre featuring Romanian Eagle on a red enamelled background, surrounded by an enamelled blue border inscribed by IN FIDE SALUS (IN FAITH IS THE SALVATION), encircled by a green laurel wreath, reverse centre presents a principle pin assembly, maker marked with cartouche of Joseph Resch & Fils, Bucharest, measures 90.1mm (w) x 89.5mm (h), weighs 68.7 grams, marked on the pin on and the 6 o’clock arm denoting a silver fineness of .800, the 12 and 3 o’clock arms have been re-enamelled, remains in better than very fine condition.

