Romania, Kingdom. An Order of Faithful Service, Grand Cross, c.1930 Hold and are fixed in position

and are fixed in position with dual non-magnetic metal rivets

were born in their great-grandfather's lifetime

1857: "On 2 September 1855 during the siege if Sebastopol

An M43 cap constructed of blue-grey wool

Romania, Kingdom. An Order of Faithful Service, Grand Cross, c.1930 Hold and are fixed in positionInstituted April 18, 1932 by King Carol II. A Sash Badge, in silver gilt, featuring a blue enamelled cross with wreath segments in each quadrant, the centerpiece of the coat of arms, the reverse centerpiece featuring the inscription SERVICIU CREDICIOUS, surmounted by a crown, unmarked, measures 56. 5 mm (w) x 80. 3 mm (h inclusive of crown suspension), enamels intact, light gilt wear, accompanied by an original sash (unattached), enamel replacements