Order of Merit of the Principality of Liechtenstein, I Class Commander Breast Star

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SKU: 01.LIE.0101.106.01.000

Estimated market value:

$500 USD

Estimated market value:

$500 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Liechtenstein
  • Makers
    Anton Reitterer, Vienna
  • Composition
    Silver/Silver gilt/Enamelled
  • Inscription
    Obv: L
  • Size
    80mm

Physical Description and Item Details


The breast star constructed of silver faceted rays, the obverse 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 plain, with a broad vertical pinback - marked “A-R” for “Anton Reiterer” and “800” for silver content, with a functional hinge and catch assembly, also marked “Anton Reiterer Juwilier, Wien IX, Schubertg. 24” on the reverse, measuring 78.26 mm (w) x 77.90 mm (h), weighing 67.6 grams, in overall better than very fine condition.

History


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.

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