Order of the Oak Crown, Knight (in silver gilt)

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SKU: 01.LUX.0103.107.01.001

Estimated market value:

$150. USD

  • Knight (Silver gilt) Obverse
  • Knight (Silver gilt) Reverse

Estimated market value:

$150. USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Luxembourg
  • Makers
    A. Moussault, Amsterdam; Wed. A. Moussault en Zonen, Amsterdam; Fa. A. M. Moussault, Amderstam; C. M. Weishaupt & Sons, Hanau; Joh. F. Van der Horst, Amsterdam; A.J. Brecht & T.C. Elbers, The Hague; A. F. Bron, The Hague; N. V. Fabriek van Bijouterien en Ridderorden, Amsterdam; J. M. J. van Wielik, The Hague; Wolfers, Brussels; Halley, Paris; Arthus-Bertrand, Paris; Bacqueville, Paris; Artec, Merscheid
  • Composition
    Silver gilt/Enamelled
  • Inscription
    Obv: W Rev: W
  • Size
    33-40mm
  • Version Remarks
    Price varies depending on the period of manufacture, quality of workmanship and the maker.

Physical Description and Item Details


Luxembourg. An Order of the Oak Crown, Knight's Cross

In silver gilt and enamels, 40.2 mm, good quality, intact enamels, extremely fine.

History


The Order of the Oak Crown was established by Wilhelm II King of the Netherlands and Grand Duke of Luxembourg by Grand Ducal Decree on December 29, 1841. It is the oldest Order in Luxembourg.

It is conferred upon civilians and military personnel of Luxembourg, as well as foreigners, in recognition of exceptional achievements. All awards are required to be returned following the death of a member or following their promotion to a higher grade. Promotion to a higher grade can only occur after a period of five years in the lower grade.

At the time of its creation, the Order was awarded in four grades: Grand Cross, Knight of the Star of the Order, Commander, and Knight. On February 5, 1858, the present grades were established when four additional grades were added to the Order.

Known dates of production for different manufacturers are as follows: A. Moussault (1841-1859); Wed. A. Moussault en Zonen (1859-1869); Fa. A. M. Moussault (1869-1871); van der Horst (1872-1882); Artec (1997-).

The Knight features an obverse inscription that translates to "I Will Maintain."

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