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In silver, consisting of a gilt Saltire Cross together with a ball-tipped enameled white Maltese cross, the latter surrounded by an enameled green palm wreath, obverse with centre superposed by a crowned royal cypher of Milan Obrenović III on a red enameled background, with enameled blue surrounded ribbon inscribed by cyrillic motto FOR FAITH PRINCE AND FATHERLAND, reverse centre with superposed Coat of arms of the Principality of Serbia in silver gilt, with a pleasant enameled red background, surmounted by royal crown in red enamels and hand painted details, measuring 42.42 mm (w) x 72.12 mm (h - inclusive of crown), with ornate elongated loop on an original time period neck ribbon, with enamel flake to crown base and minor overall wear and hairline cracks, fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Order of the Cross of Takovo was instituted in the Principality of Serbia in 1865 to mark the 50th anniversary of the Second Serbian Uprising against the Ottoman Empire, which had started in Takovo, Serbia. The Order was suppressed in 1903.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis offering is a part of the \"Dr. Albert Goodwin Collection\", a preeminent assemblage of world Orders, Medals, and Decorations composed solely by Dr.Goodwin between 1946-1967. Dr. Goodwin had a successful career as an educator and prominent physician in New York as well as actively serving in both World Wars with the United States Medical Corps. He acted as both President and Vice-President of the Orders and Medals Society of America (OMSA) and is responsible for organizing their first convention in 1960. He maintained further membership with the American Society of Military Collectors, the International Orders Research Society, and the American Numismatic Society. 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In bronze gilt, cypher of Mihailo Obrenović III on the obverse, measuring 34.5 mm (w) x 45.3 mm (h) inclusive of its laterally-pierced ball suspension, on a replacement incorrect triangular ribbon with hook and eye, extremely fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Order of the Cross of Takovo was instituted in the Principality of Serbia in 1865 to mark the fiftieth anniversary of the Second Serbian Uprising against the Ottoman Empire, which had started in Takovo, Serbia. The decree that established the Cross and Silver Medal was signed on May 22, 1865 by Mihailo Obrenović III, Prince of Serbia. 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Instituted in 1865. 1872-1922 issue. A ball-tipped enameled white Maltese cross, together with a gilded Saltire Cross both in silver gilt, encompassing with a green enameled palm wreath also in silver gilt, with obverse centre presenting a gilded crowned cypher of Milan Obrenović IV (O M IV) on nicely enameled red background, surrounded by enameled blue ribbon inscribed by cyrillic motto FOR FAITH PRINCE AND FATHERLAND, the reverse exhibiting a gilded Serbian principality coat of arms on an enameled red background, hallmarked twice by Imperial Austrian hallmark denoting silver fineness of .800 manufactured in Vienna, as well as marked twice by maker’s mark \"A F\" (Anton Fürst, Vienna), measuring 42.33 mm (w) x 72.15 mm (h - inclusive of its crown and ring suspension), with minor cracked white enamels and worn gilt, suspended by ornamented loop suspension on original full-length neck ribbon, very fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Order of the Cross of Takovo was instituted in the Principality of Serbia in 1865 to mark the fiftieth anniversary of the Second Serbian Uprising against the Ottoman Empire, which had started in Takovo, Serbia. 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In bronze gilt, cypher of Mihailo Obrenović III on the obverse, measuring 35 mm (w) x 46 mm (h) inclusive of its swords and laterally-pierced ball suspension, on its original triangular ribbon with hook and eye, extremely fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Order of the Cross of Takovo was instituted in the Principality of Serbia in 1865 to mark the fiftieth anniversary of the Second Serbian Uprising against the Ottoman Empire, which had started in Takovo, Serbia. The decree that established the Cross and Silver Medal was signed on May 22, 1865 by Mihailo Obrenović III, Prince of Serbia. 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Insignia in silver gilt with red, white, blue and green enamels, monogram of Mihailo Obrenović IV on the centrepiece, the insignia mounted to an eight-pointed star base, each star point with five pairs of faceted rays, with a single pair of faceted rays between each point, assay city letter marked with an \"A\" (Vienna) and maker marked on the pin, measuring 87 mm (w) x 90.8 mm (h), vertical pinback, intact enamels, scattered gilt wear, extremely fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Order of the Cross of Takovo was instituted in the Principality of Serbia in 1865 to mark the fiftieth anniversary of the Second Serbian Uprising against the Ottoman Empire, which had started in Takovo, Serbia. The decree that established the Cross and Silver Medal was signed on May 22, 1865 by Mihailo Obrenović III, Prince of Serbia. 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In bronze gilt, a Maltese cross with ball finials, a singular thick ray in each quadrant representing the cross of Takovo, the obverse medallion features the cypher of Mihailo Obrenovic III surrounded by the inscription 8л Rћрv KNМ8М Н ОТЕЧСТКО (for Faith, Prince and Fatherland) encircled by a wreath, reverse features the Serbian crest being presented by an open curtain, measures 35mm (w) x 41.2mm (h – inclusive of integral suspension loop), weighs 19.0grams (including ribbon), worn on red triangular ribbon with hook and eye, gilt wear, in very fine condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Order of the Cross of Takovo has an intricate origin closely related to the foundation of the Kingdom of Serbia in 1882. During the Ottoman rule, Serbia was allowed only to institute commemorative medals. In 1865, the Medal of the Cross of Takovo was created to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Serbian uprising of 1815. 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In silver gilt with red, white, blue and green enamels, cypher of Mihailo Obrenović IV on the obverse, marked with an \"A\" (Vienna), a Diana's head (Dianakopf) hallmark (which was used between 1872 and 1922), the head flanked by the number \"2\" (.900 silver fineness) on the left and the assay city mark \"A\" (Vienna) on the right, marked with an \"A\" (Vienna) and maker marked \"G.A.S.\" (G.A. Scheid) on the ring, measuring 35.2 mm (w) x 53.8 mm (h) inclusive of its crown and laterally-pierced ball suspension, repair evident in the blue enamels on the centrepiece ring and chipping present in the green enamels on the wreath on the obverse, original ribbon, fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Order of the Cross of Takovo was instituted in the Principality of Serbia in 1865 to mark the fiftieth anniversary of the Second Serbian Uprising against the Ottoman Empire, which had started in Takovo, Serbia. 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In bronze gilt, cypher of Mihailo Obrenović III on the obverse, measuring 35 mm (w) x 45.5 mm (h) inclusive of its swords and laterally-pierced ball suspension, on its original triangular ribbon with hook and eye, very light contact, near extremely fine and very scarce with swords.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Order of the Cross of Takovo was instituted in the Principality of Serbia in 1865 to mark the fiftieth anniversary of the Second Serbian Uprising against the Ottoman Empire, which had started in Takovo, Serbia. The decree that established the Cross and Silver Medal was signed on May 22, 1865 by Mihailo Obrenović III, Prince of Serbia. 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In silver gilt, a white enamel cross with a silver gilt cross in the quadrants, and a green enamel wreath around the exterior, the obverse medallion presents the cypher of Mihailo Obrenović IV, the reverse with Serbian insignia on a red enamel field, marked with an \"A\" (Vienna), a Diana's head (Dianakopf) hallmark (which was used between 1872 and 1922), the head flanked by the number \"2\" (.900 silver fineness) on the left and the assay city mark \"A\" (Vienna) on the right, on the cross atop the crown and on the suspension, measures 42.4mm (w) x 73.0mm (h - inclusive of crown suspension), weighs 25.4 grams, worn on original neck ribbon, light wear, small chips to enamels, remains in extremely fine condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47602974458133,"sku":"EU22265","price":1275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/AI1_9318.jpg?v=1700788593"},{"product_id":"serbia-kingdom-an-order-of-the-cross-of-takovo-knight-c-1890-eu22563","title":"Serbia, Kingdom. 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In gilded bronze, hollow centre, Maltese cross in white enamel, superimposed on a Saltire cross, the obverse centerpiece bearing the cypher of Mihailo Obrenović IV, unmarked, but of very fine quality Austrian manufacture, circa 1900, inclusive of its sword suspension 45.3 mm (h) x 34.6 mm (w), near mint. !An excellent example \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Order of the Cross of Takovo was instituted in the Principality of Serbia in 1865 to mark the fiftieth anniversary of the Second Serbian Uprising against the Ottoman Empire, which had started in Takovo, Serbia. The decree that established the Cross and Silver Medal was signed on May 22, 1865 by Mihailo Obrenović III, Prince of Serbia. 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Type IV (1878-1993) In silver gilt with red, blue, white and green enamels, monogram of Prince of Serbia Mihailo Obrenović III (1823-1868) on the obverse centrepiece, measuring 41.8 mm (w) x 71.2 mm (h) inclusive of its crown suspension, intact enamels, on an original full-length neck ribbon, extremely fine. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Order of the Cross of Takovo was instituted on May 22, 1865 and was discontinued in 1903. It was awarded for meritorious military service, in five grades: Grand Cross, Grand Officer, Commander, Officer and Knight. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48541259661589,"sku":"EU22560","price":750.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/MNC2860_11163921-2e33-4198-aa78-59b87bd41706.jpg?v=1726591896"},{"product_id":"serbia-kingdom-an-order-of-the-cross-of-takovo-iv-class-c1900-eu23539","title":"Serbia, Kingdom. An Order of the Cross of Takovo, IV Class, c.1900","description":"\u003cp\u003e(Орден таковског крста \/ Orden Takovskog Krsta). Instituted May 22, 1865. In bronze gilt, a white enamel cross with a silver gilt cross in the quadrants, and a green enamel wreath around the exterior, the obverse medallion presents the cypher of Mihailo Obrenović IV, the reverse with Serbian insignia on a red enamel field, measures 34.6 mm (w) x 53.2 mm (h), worn on original ribbon with large rosette, light wear, reverse of ribbon has been glued closed, remains in very fine condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48835791880469,"sku":"EU23539","price":1350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/MNC5183_56db3b36-cf52-4a10-a817-a9c1037cddb2.jpg?v=1743189897"},{"product_id":"serbia-kingdom-an-order-of-the-cross-of-takovo-ii-class-breast-star-eu23578","title":"Serbia, Kingdom. An Order of the Cross of Takovo, II Class Breast Star","description":"\u003cp\u003eInstituted May 22, 1865. In silver and enamels, an eight point star of smooth rays, white enamelled cross with green enamelled wreath, the obverse medallion features the inscription 8л Rћрv KNМ8М Н ОТЕЧСТКО, the reverse presents a short screwpost with removable nut, two rivets, measures 83 mm (w) x 83.7 mm (h), weighs 67.2 grams, enamels chips throughout, loss of gilt, remains near very fine. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49224284832021,"sku":"EU23578","price":1700.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/MNC5429_5a744389-d0e0-4fb8-a260-6d1cdab338b1.jpg?v=1760632172"},{"product_id":"serbia-kingdom-an-order-of-the-cross-of-takovo-ii-class-breast-star-c1890-eu24320","title":"Serbia, Kingdom. An Order of the Cross of Takovo, II Class Breast Star, c.1890","description":"\u003cp\u003e(Редак Таково). Instituted on 22 May 1865 by Prince Michael III Obrenovich. Civil Division. 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In silver, an eight point star of faceted rays, the the obverse medallion features a silver gilt, white-enamelled Maltese Cross tipped with golden ball finials, between the arms is a silver gilded Cross of St. Andrew, with a red enamelled central medallion with the golden crowned cipher of Prince Milan IV, encircled by a blue-enamelled riband bearing an inscription in Old Church Slavonic meaning “For Faith, Prince, and Fatherland,” encircled by an oval silver gilt and green-enamelled palm wreath, the reverse with vertical pin assembly marked C.F.ROTHE and WIEN denoting Rothe manufacturer, with the base marked presenting an Austrian silver mark and F.R maker mark, measures 77.2 mm (w) x 83.0 mm (h), weighs 59.24 grams, small hairline cracks in the white enamel, two nuts missing from the rivets on the reverse, remains in extremely fine condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49605457346837,"sku":"EU24320","price":2006.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/eMedals_EU24320_2.jpg?v=1765980608"},{"product_id":"serbia-kingdom-an-order-of-the-cross-of-takovo-iii-class-c1900-eu24329","title":"Serbia, Kingdom. 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A ball-tipped enameled white Maltese cross, together with a gilded Saltire Cross both in silver gilt, encompassing with a green enameled palm wreath also in silver gilt, with obverse centre presenting a gilded crowned cypher of Milan Obrenović IV (O M IV) on nicely enameled red background, surrounded by enameled blue ribbon inscribed by cyrillic motto FOR FAITH PRINCE AND FATHERLAND, the reverse exhibiting a gilded Serbian principality coat of arms on an enameled red background, measuring 42.33 mm (w) x 71.8 mm (h - inclusive of its crown and ring suspension), accompanied by a full length replacement neck ribbon, small enamel chips on the green enamelled wreath, blue obverse inscription ring, remains in near extremely fine condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49616138666261,"sku":"EU24329","price":1350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/eMedals_EU24329_2.jpg?v=1767637682"},{"product_id":"serbia-kingdom-an-order-of-takovo-grand-cross-star-c-1880-1890-eu24387","title":"Serbia, Kingdom. An Order of Takovo, Grand Cross Star c. 1880-1890","description":"\u003cp\u003eA large and impressive Grand Cross breast star of the Order of Takovo, constructed in silver with a finely executed multi-rayed faceted and perforated star base. The obverse features a prominent white-enamelled cross, bordered by gilt, centred by a detailed medallion bearing the crowned royal monogram of Milan III, encircled by a deep blue enamel ring with the Cyrillic inscription “ЗА ВЕРУ, КРАЉА И ОТАЧЕСТВО” “For Faith, King and Fatherland”, surrounded by a finely enamelled green laurel wreath in high relief. The reverse presents a full convex silver backplate fitted with a long vertical broad pin, hinge, and catch assembly, the pin assembly bearing an Austrian silver control mark “A” along with “AF”, consistent with Austro-Hungarian manufacture for Serbian royal orders. Measures 89.8 mm x 99.3 mm, and weighs 71.9 grams.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe star remains in very fine condition, the silver exhibiting attractive age patina, enamel largely intact with minor enamel loss visible to the blue lettering band of the central medallion, gilt elements retaining strong colour, and the reverse toned from age. The pin assembly remains fully functional and structurally sound.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFootnote: The Order of Takovo was established to commemorate the Second Serbian Uprising of 1815 and symbolised the revival and consolidation of the Serbian nation. It developed into one of the premier awards of the Kingdom of Serbia, bestowed in recognition of distinguished civil and military merit. The presence of the crowned Milan monogram firmly places the piece within the royal context of the Obrenović dynasty. Surviving Grand Cross stars of this quality are esteemed historical insignia reflecting national pride, royal authority, and the evolution of Serbian statehood.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49673529196821,"sku":"EU24387","price":2791.24,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/eMedals_EU24387_2.jpg?v=1770138490"},{"product_id":"serbia-kingdom-an-order-of-takovo-iii-class-c1900-eu24392","title":"Serbia, Kingdom. An Order of Takovo, III Class, c.1900","description":"\u003cp\u003e(Орден таковског крста \/ Orden Takovskog Krsta). Instituted in 1865. Type IV (1878-1993). In silver gilt with red, blue, white and green enamels, monogram of Prince of Serbia Mihailo Obrenović III (1823-1868) on the obverse centrepiece, measuring 42.6 mm (w) x 72.6 mm (h - inclusive of its crown suspension), marked 800 silver on ring, small enamel chips 9 o’clock arm and on the crown, on an original full-length neck ribbon, remains extremely fine.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49674184294677,"sku":"EU24392","price":1180.48,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/eMedals_EU24392_2.jpg?v=1767796845"},{"product_id":"serbia-kingdom-an-order-of-the-cross-of-takovo-v-class-with-case-m0704-100","title":"Serbia, Kingdom. An Order of the Cross of Takovo, V Class, with Case","description":"\u003cp\u003e(Orden Takovskog Krsta). Instituted May 22, 1865. Civil Division. In bronze gilt, a Maltese cross with ball finials, a singular thick ray in each quadrant representing the cross of Takovo, the obverse medallion features the cypher of Mihailo Obrenovic III surrounded by the inscription 8л Rћрv KNМ8М Н ОТЕЧСТКО (for Faith, Prince and Fatherland) encircled by a wreath, reverse features the Serbian crest being presented by an open curtain, measures 34.7 mm (w) x 41.0 mm (h – inclusive of integral suspension loop), weighs 14.13 grams (including ribbon), worn on original tricolour triangular ribbon with hook and eye, gilt wear, in very fine condition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eContained in original case, a red exterior with Serbian coat of arms on the lid, the interior in silk and black velvet, measures 70 mm (w) x 110 mm (h) x 20 mm (d), functional hinge and clasp, light wear, remains very fine. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49893448581397,"sku":"M0704-100","price":907.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/kbusqn4OtY3ud1rxfg9k1ZOVRhlgqFBrOgkkIF9P.jpg?v=1778520755"},{"product_id":"serbia-kingdom-an-order-of-the-cross-of-takovo-i-class-grand-cross-star-by-karl-fischmeister-c1890-eu24889","title":"Serbia, Kingdom. An Order Of The Cross Of Takovo, I Class Grand Cross Star, By Karl Fischmeister, c.1890","description":"\u003cp\u003e(Редак Таково). Instituted on 22 May 1865 by Prince Michael III Obrenovich. Type IV, Model I, Civil Division. (Issued 1878-1903). A fine star consisting of an eight point silver star with faceted rays, the obverse medallion features a silver gilt, white-enamelled Maltese Cross tipped with golden ball finials, between the arms is a silver gilt Cross of St. Andrew, with a red enamelled central medallion with the golden crowned cipher of Prince Milan IV, encircled by a blue-enamelled riband bearing an inscription in Old Church Slavonic meaning “For Faith, Prince, and Fatherland,” encircled by an oval silver gilt and green-enamelled palm wreath, the reverse with vertical pin assembly, marked on pin with \"A\" for Vienna silver fineness as well as KF denoting Karl Fischmeister manufacture, measuring 87.29 mm (w) x 92.14 mm (h), with all star points having been repaired and replaced by jeweler at some point, well executed, remains very fine. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFootnote: The Order of the Cross of Takovo was instituted in the Principality of Serbia in 1865 to mark the fiftieth anniversary of the Second Serbian Uprising against the Ottoman Empire, which had started in Takovo, Serbia. The decree that established the Cross and Silver Medal was signed on May 22, 1865 by Mihailo Obrenović III, Prince of Serbia. The Order was suppressed in 1903.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49929539420437,"sku":"EU24889","price":1833.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/4QScBuynrghWMk2ksgchefJW2r4LtLecpv0zEaWB.jpg?v=1780062437"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.emedals.com\/collections\/europe-serbia-orders-order-of-takovo.oembed?page=3","provider":"eMedals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}