WWII Romanian Golden Cross of the Order of Aeronautical Virtue

WWII Romanian Golden Cross of the Order of Aeronautical Virtue. Cypher of King Michael (1940-1947). If the Golden Cross was awarded a second or third time, one or two bars respectively could be added to the ribbon, the recipient of this cross was awarded three times in total. In 1930 King Carol II established an Order exclusive to aviation. The Aeronautical Virtue Order (Virtutea Aeronautica) was instituted by Royal decree No. 2895 of July 31, 1930 and awarded only to air personnel, both civilian and military who distinguished themselves in service and contributed to the advancement of aeronautics in times of peace or war.

Circa WWII

2" x 1 10/16" inc. ribbon 4 1/16"

Gilt and silvered brass.

Hook and "U" hasp, suspension ring.

None.

This is from a small group of foreign militaria which we will be listing more of over the next few months. CON-DMM-25-14 LEGEX9/14 SLDCEX1/15 SLDAEX4/15 SLCEJX6/15 SLCAEX11/15 SLCCEX11/15 HldCCEX1/16 SCCEX3/16

7+ (Very Fine+): The medal is in beautiful shape with light wear and areas of tarnish.

As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.