It has existed since 7 September 1951, and between 2,100 and 5,200 awards are given every year across all classes. The President of the Federal Republic holds the Sonderstufe des Großkreuzes ex officio.
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This medal was established in January 1888 and was awarded to both military and civilian for long service with good conduct. The Sacred Treasure 4 could be awarded to military officers. The back of the medal reads “Order of Merit Decoration”. Please look at the other items we have available for sale in our store.
PRE-WWI IMPERIAL JAPANESE ORDER OF THE KITE MEDAL 4th CLASS SILVER MULTI ENAMEL AND MULTI PIECE RIVETED CONSTRUCTION. ORIGINAL ISSUE TISSUE PAPER PRESENT. VERY GOOD CONDITION WITH SLIGHT FLAKE LOSS TO THE RED ENAMEL AT THE TIP CONNECTING TO THE RIBBON. 3 1/2 x 1 3/4, TOTAL WEIGHT 30.9 GRAMS.
The class system as introduced under the Duchy of Warsaw was It’s the oldest military decoration in the world still in use. Beautiful and rare original World War I (1) Poland Order of Virtuti Militari 1919, 4th class (Golden Cross), with ribbon!
The new reissue piece retains the serial number from the original award piece. Excellent condition & 100% Authentic!
Photo from the archive of the Red Army – on the back is the original seal of the military unit. Size 90 x 118 mm.
The order was established on 7 September 1951 by the decree of the then Federal President Theodor Heuss. The President of the Federal Republic holds the Grand Cross Special Class ex officio. Other than the German president, only a foreign head of state can be awarded with this highest class.
Original ww2 Japanese medal Order of the Golden Kite 5th class.
The award is not limited to U. Citizens and, while it is a civilian award, it can also be awarded to military personnel and worn on the uniform.
The class system as introduced under the Duchy of Warsaw was It’s the oldest military decoration in the world still in use. Beautiful and rare original World War I (1) Poland Order of Virtuti Militari 1919, 5th class (Silver Cross), with ribbon!