Romanian Serviciu Credincios Cross 3rd Class Military Version
Key Information:
• Country: Romania
• Name: Loyal Service Cross
• Class: 3rd Class
• Military version with crossed swords
• Royal crown suspension
• Inscription: SERVICIU CREDINCIOS
• Dimensions: approx. 51.98 x 34.27 mm
• Material: Bronze
• Period: Royal Romania
Medal Design:
Obverse:
Cross form with crossed swords between the arms. Central medallion bearing the Romanian royal coat of arms. Royal crown suspension above.
Reverse:
Inscription within laurel wreath: “SERVICIU CREDINCIOS”
Translation: Faithful Service
Condition:
• Bronze with natural age patina
• Visible wear consistent with age
• Crown and swords intact
• Ribbon present and mounted
• For condition, please refer to the pictures, all dimensions are approx.
Historical and Collectible Significance:
The Loyal Service Cross 3rd Class was awarded for faithful and meritorious service to the Kingdom of Romania. The crossed swords indicate the military version, typically awarded for service during wartime or under military authority.
Royal Romanian decorations remain highly collectible, particularly military variants with crown suspension and swords.
Summary:
Original Romanian Loyal Service Cross 3rd Class with crossed swords and royal crown suspension. A desirable military decoration from the Royal Romanian period.