Cross of Honour and Military Merit, I Class Cross

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SKU: 02.LUX.0102.101.01.000

Estimated market value:

$275 USD

  • Cross of Honour and Military Merit, I Class Cross
  • Cross of Honour and Military Merit, I Class Cross
  • Cross of Honour and Military Merit, I Class Cross Reverse

Estimated market value:

$275 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Luxembourg
  • Composition
    Silver gilt
  • Inscription
    Obv: HONOR VIRTUS PATRIA Rev: CC
  • Size
    41mm x 67.5 mm

Physical Description and Item Details


In silver gilt, measuring 40.7 mm (w) x 67.5 mm (h) inclusive of its wreath and integral suspension, original ribbon with dual prong pinback, very fine.

History


The Cross of Honour and Military Merit was established by Grand Duchess Charlotte by Grand Ducal Decree on May 24, 1951.

It is awarded to Luxembourgian citizens and military units for meritorious military service and acts of bravery in wartime and peacetime. It may also be awarded posthumously and to foreigners.

The bronze palm clasp is awarded for a citation at the Battalion level, the silver palm clasp for a citation at the Army level, and the gilt palm clasp for a citation from the Minister of the Armed Forces. A small star clasp is awarded in recognition of wounds incurred in combat.

The I Class Cross features an obverse inscription that translates to "Honour, Virtue, Fatherland."

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