Order of Merit of the Principality of Liechtenstein, I Class Commander
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Liechtenstein, Dukedom. An Order of Merit, Commander, by Anton Reiterer, c.1937
(Fürstlich Liechtensteinischer Verdienstorden, Kommturkreuz). Instituted on 22.7.1937 by Duke Franz I. (Issued 1937-Present). A silver gilt medallion cross pattee constructed of silver gilt and blue and red enameled arms, with a central blue enameled medallion bearing the gilt monogram “L” for “Liechtenstein, surrounded by a red ring of enamels, the reverse with a similar central blue enameled medallion, inscribed with the gilt royal monogram of Franz I, surrounded by a red ring of enamels, suspended from a ring and broad loop for suspension from its period original neck ribbon, measuring 55.03 mm (w) x 60.80 mm (h), weighing 54.6 grams.
The Order of Merit of the Principality of Liechtenstein was founded on July 22, 1937 by Prince Franz I of Liechtenstein, to commemorate his eight-year wedding anniversary with his wife, Elisabeth von Gutmann, an Austrian noblewoman. The Order originally consisted of five classes, Grand Star, Grand Cross, Commanders Cross with Star, Commander’s Cross, Knights Cross and two medals of merit, in Gold and silver. In 1960, it was amended to include the Grand Cross with Diamonds following the Grand Star.
The order is bestowed by the reigning prince however, the government can nominate deserving individuals. It is conferred on both nationals and foreigners for outstanding public services to the principality. The decorations remain the property whom they were bestowed to and can be passed down to their heirs. The Order does not grant special privileges to the receiver.
The I Class Commander is composed of a hip jewel and a breast star.
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