Order of the Black Eagle, Knight's Cross

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SKU: 01.ALB.0102.107.01.000

Estimated market value:

$800+ USD

  • Order of the Black Eagle, Knight's Cross Obverse
  • Order of the Black Eagle, Knight's Cross Obverse
  • Order of the Black Eagle, Knight's Cross Reverse
  • Order of the Black Eagle, Knight's Cross Obverse
  • Order of the Black Eagle, Knight's Cross Reverse

Estimated market value:

$800+ USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Albania
  • Composition
    Silver/Silver gilt/Enamelled
  • Inscription
    Obv: BESE E BASHKIM Rev: ME 26 TE MARSIT 1914
  • Size
    45x56mm
  • Image Licensing
    https://www.emedals.com/europe/albania/albania-italian-protectorate-an-order-of-the-black-eagle-knight-s-badge-c-1930

Physical Description and Item Details


A six armed silver star with multiple rays framed with finials, obverse applique in red enamels with gilt motto on surround and hand painted double eagle at centre, reverse in fire gilt with institution date on red enamel surround, measuring 45x56mm (inclusive of integral ring suspension), with replacement ribbon, toned silver, extremely fine.

History


The Order was founded by Prince Wilhelm Weid of Albania.

This Order was the highest title conferrable upon citizens of the Principality of Albania, and it was awarded to recognize civil and military merit.

The Order was discontinued on September 5, 1914, less than 5 months after it was founded, making it one of the rarest European Orders.

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