Baden, Duchy. An Order Of The Zähringer Lion In Gold, Grand Cross, C.1900

(Orden vom Zähringer Löwen, Großkreuz). Issued 1815-1918. The set consisting of a Grand Cross and Grand Cross Sash Badge. The Grand Cross consisting of a silver eight-pointed star; the obverse depicting a central red enameled medallion with a gold rampant lion, surrounded by a white ring of enamels, inscribed “FÜR EHRE UND WAHRHEIT” (German - For honour and truth) in gold letters, with two enameled laurel leaves at the bottom; the reverse plain, with a vertical banjo style pinback, a barrel hinge, and a broad catch; measuring 86.60 mm (w) x 86.28 mm (h); weighing 61.9 grams. 2) The Sash Badge consisting of a Gold four armed star with silver gilt arabesques between the arms of the cross; the obverse with a green enameled cross pattée, with a center enameled medallion depicting the ruins of the “Stammschloss Zähringen”, surrounded by a golden rippled ring; the reverse with a central red enameled medallion depicting a golden rampant lion, surrounded by a golden rippled ring; on a double looped ring for suspension; accompanied by a large and full length period original sash ribbon; measuring 59.55 mm (w) x 59.42 mm (h). Accompanied by its case of issue; constructed of heavy cardstock, with a textured burgundy faux leather (leatherette) exterior; the exterior of the lid embossed with the crowned royal monogram in gold; with a lined interior lid, a recessed medal bed (it has come loose through time and can be removed), a functional clasp closure, and a functional exterior metal hinge; measuring 131 mm (w) x 398 mm (h); in overall extremely fine condition.

Footnote: A total of 763 of the Order of the Zähringer Lion, Grand Cross Badge were awarded.

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