{"product_id":"serbia-kingdom-a-cross-of-charity-type-i-c1918-eu24317","title":"Serbia, Kingdom. A Cross of Charity, Type I, c.1918","description":"\u003cp\u003e(Крст милосрђа) A gilt and enamel decoration measuring 40.2 mm (w) x 40.4 mm (h), constructed in the form of a four-armed cross with tapered arms and a central circular medallion, the obverse centre bearing the Serbian double-headed eagle within a red enamel field, the reverse centre in red enamel inscribed “За веру и Божју правду 1912” translating to “For Faith and God’s Justice 1912,” suspended from its original light blue ribbon now faded from age, the lower arm at approximately the 8 o’clock position slightly bent, suspension device ring has been repaired, the gilt surfaces showing light wear consistent with age, in fine condition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFootnote: The Cross of Charity (Крст милосрђа), also known as the Cross of Mercy, was established in 1913 following the Balkan Wars to recognize humanitarian and medical service rendered during the conflicts of 1912–1913. It was awarded primarily to individuals who provided aid, nursing, and charitable assistance to the wounded and displaced. The decoration reflects the strong association between national service, Orthodox symbolism, and charitable duty in the Kingdom of Serbia during the early twentieth century.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"eMedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49782627795221,"sku":"EU24317","price":101.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/9105\/2053\/files\/eMedals_EU24317_2.jpg?v=1772485713","url":"https:\/\/www.emedals.com\/products\/serbia-kingdom-a-cross-of-charity-type-i-c1918-eu24317","provider":"eMedals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}