Order of the Griffin, Grand Cross Breast Star
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SKU: 01.MSW.0102.102.01.000
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The breast star consisting of an eight-pointed silver multi-rayed star, the obverse with a central pebbled gilt medallion bearing a rampant Griffon in silver gilt surrounded by a gilt knurled ring, and a broad red enameled ring inscribed “ALTIOR ADVERSIS” (Being above tribulations), with a vertical pinback, and a barrel hinge and round wire catch, measuring 84.44 mm (w) x 82.91 mm (h), weighing 60.8 grams, in overall near extremely fine condition.
The Order was founded by Grand Duke Friedrich Franz III and was awarded to recognize outstanding achievements and benevolent service to the public.
Until August of 1904, the Order was exclusively awarded in Mecklenburg-Schwerin. Following the signing of an agreement, the Order became a common award between Mecklenburg-Schwerin and Mecklenburg-Strelitz. As such, from this point onward the Grand Dukes of both states were joint Grand Masters of the Order.
Awards conferred for military merit featured crossed swords through the centre of the cross.
The Order became obsolete in 1918, following the collapse of the German Empire.
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