Order of the Golden Fleece, Neck Decoration

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  • Order of the Golden Fleece, Neck Decoration (in Gold, by Rothe, c. 1925)
  • Order of the Golden Fleece, Neck Decoration (in Gold, by Rothe, c. 1925)
  • Order of the Golden Fleece, Neck Decoration (in Gold, by Rothe, c. 1925) Reverse

Attributes

  • country
    Austria (Imperial)
  • date of institution
    October 1, 1429
  • remarks
    There is a great deal of variation within the size, composition, and design of this Order due to its longevity and the proliferate use of private manufacturers. Heads of states often received the Order encrusted with precious gemstones.

History


This Order was founded by the Duke of Austria, Philip III the Good, in commemoration of his marriage to Isabella of Portugal.

The Knights of the Order were responsible for defending the Roman Catholic religion, upholding chivalry, and aiding the Sovereign during war.

The Knights were appointed by the Sovereign Head of the Order. While there was no limit to the number of permitted Knights, membership was restricted to aristocratic Catholic gentlemen.

This Order was considered one of the most prestigious European Orders.

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Versions

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Version

Order of the Golden Fleece, Neck Decoration (in Gold, by Rothe, c. 1925)

  • Price

    $20,000 USD

  • Composition

    Gold/Enamelled

  • Inscription

    Obv: PRETIUM LABORUM NON VILE Rev: NON ALIVD

  • Size

    49mm

  • Maker

  • Version Remarks

    This example was sold by eMedals for $19,500 in 2018.

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Version

Order of the Golden Fleece, Neck Decoration (in Gold, by Rothe, c. 1880)

  • Price

    $25,000 USD

  • Composition

    Gold/Enamelled

  • Inscription

    Obv: PRETIUM LABORUM NON VILE Rev: NON ALIVD

  • Size

    68x120mm

  • Maker

  • Version Remarks

    This version is composed of 18Kt gold and weighs approximately 96.8 grams. This is the so-called "larger version", often worn on civilian...

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Version

Order of the Golden Fleece, Neck Decoration (in silver gilt)

  • Price

    $12000+ USD

  • Composition

    Silver gilt/Enamelled

  • Inscription

    Obv: PRETIUM LABORUM NON VILE Rev: NON ALIVD

  • Size

  • Maker

  • Version Remarks

    This version is composed of silver gilt and enamels. It was manufactured mainly during WWI, but also during the 1920-1930 period. The mai...

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Version

Order of the Golden Fleece, Neck Decoration (with Brilliants)

  • Price

    $35,000+ USD

  • Composition

    Gold/Diamonds

  • Inscription

  • Size

    51x100mm

  • Maker

  • Version Remarks

    This Order, encrusted with gemstones (diamonds, and other gems), was reserved for heads of states, distinguished nobleman, and highest cl...

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Miniatures

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Miniature

Order of the Golden Fleece, Miniature Neck Decoration

  • Price

    $1500 USD

  • Size

    16.5x3.50mm

  • Composition

  • Remarks

    This Miniature Neck Decoration is composed of Gold/Enamelled.

In Wear

Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg wearing the Order of the Golden Fleece
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Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg

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