Saxony, Kingdom. An Albrecht Order, Ii Class Knight With Swords, C.1914

(Albrechtsorden Ritterkreuz 2. Klasse, mit Schwertern). Issued 1890-1918. A Latin cross constructed of silver with white enameled arms; the obverse with a central white enameled medallion bearing the leftward facing bust of Herzog Albrecht, surrounded by a blue enameled ring inscribed “Albertus Animous” (Latin - Albert the Merciful), along with arabesques towards the bottom of the enameled ring; the reverse with a crowned royal coat of arms, surrounded by a blue enameled ring, dated “1850”, along with arabesques; missing its loop and ribbon for suspension; marked “935” on the bottom of the six o’clock arm of the cross; measuring 34.43 mm (w) x 45.00 mm (h); weighing 19.3 grams; in overall better than very fine condition.

Footnote: With a total of 11,100 of this Albrecht Order, Second Class Knight’s Cross, with Swords awarded.

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