Romania, Kingdom. A Medal For Manhood And Loyalty With Crossed Swords, I Class Hold tears or damage to the

tears or damage to the leather or seams

with its period original ribbon (sewn shut on both ends)

the reverse has period engraved owner's initials (what appears to be "SD") The diplomatic style crossguard features ribbed motif facing an entwined (Croatian style) triplet motif on the quillon block

interlaced with black threading and giving definition to the eagle's wings and tail

Romania, Kingdom. A Medal For Manhood And Loyalty With Crossed Swords, I Class Hold tears or damage to the(Medalia Brbie i Credin cu spadele ncruciate, clasa 1a). Instituted in 1903. Type II (1916 1947). In bronze gilt, measuring 28 mm (w) x 56. 3 mm (h) inclusive of its crossed swords suspension, original ribbon with hook and eye, scattered gilt wear, near extremely fine.