Order of Orange-Nassau, Military Division, Grand Cross Breast Star
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SKU: 01.NLD.0103.202.01.000
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Netherlands, Kingdom. An Order of the Orange-Nassau, Grand Cross, c.1950
Star of the Order, a multiple rayed eight-pointed star in silver, obverse exhibiting two crossed sword with gilded hilts denoting Military issue, underneath of a blue-white enamel central medallion superposed by a gilded Dutch lion in silver gilt, surrounded by the motto Je Maintiendrai, reverse with pin assembly and dual stays, measuring 81.37 mm (w) x 81.34 mm (h), with toned silver and gilt lost, very good. Safely protected in a case of issue, wooden framed and blue leather wrapped, with gilt embossed crown on exterior lid as well as velvet medal bed, very fine.
The Order of Orange-Nassau was established by Queen Emma in the name of her daughter, Queen Wilhelmina, in 1892. It was considered necessary to establish another order following the discontinuation of the Order of the Oak Crown and the Order of the Golden Lion of Nassau in the Netherlands. It is currently the most widely conferred order in the Netherlands. The reigning Dutch monarch is the Grand Master of the Order.
The Order is conferred upon Dutch citizens and foreigners in recognition of meritorious service to Dutch society. During the Second World War, it was conferred upon Dutch and Allied military personnel for participation in the liberation of the Netherlands and Dutch colonies.
The Order is conferred in a Civil Division and Military Division. The Military Division is awarded to military personnel, and not in recognition of military merit, although this is most often the case. The decorations of the Military Division feature crossed swords. All decorations are meant to be returned to the state following the death of a member.
The Grand Cross Breast Star features an obverse inscription that translates to, "I Shall Maintain." There may be additional versions that differ in size, composition, or manufacturer.
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