Order of Orange-Nassau, Civil Division, Grand Cross Breast Star

SKU: 01.NLD.0103.102.01

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  • Order of Orange-Nassau, Civil Division, Grand Cross Breast Star
  • Grand Cross Breast Star (Civil Division) Reverse
  • Grand Cross Breast Star (Civil Division) Reverse Detail
  • Grand Cross Breast Star (Civil Division) Obverse
  • Grand Cross Breast Star (Civil Division) Reverse
  • Grand Cross Breast Star (Civil Division) Reverse Detail

Attributes

  • country
    Netherlands
  • date of institution
    April 4, 1892
  • makers
    Rijksmunt, Utrecht
  • remarks
    This star measures 85mm.

History


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 decorations of the Civil Division feature a laurel wreath between the arms of the cross. 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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Versions

  • Price

    $750 USD

  • Composition

    Silver/Silver gilt/Enamelled

  • Inscription

    Obv: JE MAINTIENDRAI Rev: 'sRIJKSMUNT / UTRECHT

  • Size

    85x85mm

  • Maker

    Rijksmunt, Utrecht

  • Version Remarks

    The examples pictured here differ in attachment style. Stars with Gold centre are more valuable.

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