Belgian Officer Cross with Rosette and 1940-1945 Crossed Swords Device for WWII Service
Key Information:
• Country: Belgium
• Order: Order of the Crown
• Class: Officer
• Period: WWII service variant
• Device: “1940-1945” bar with crossed swords
• Ribbon: Original ribbon with officer rosette
• Dimensions approx.: 68.50 mm including suspension with wreath x 45.51 mm
Medal Design:
Obverse: White enameled Maltese-style cross with gilt rays between the arms. Central blue enamel medallion bearing the Royal Crown of Belgium in gold. Above the cross is the characteristic green enameled wreath suspension.
Reverse: Blue enamel medallion with royal monogram.
Ribbon: Deep maroon ribbon with officer rosette. Mounted with gilt crossed swords and “1940-1945” bar indicating award for wartime service during the Second World War.
Condition:
• Enamel generally well preserved
• Central medallion shows slight movement, minor rotational play of a few millimeters
• Traces of glue visible on reverse of ribbon
• Light age wear to gilding and suspension
• For condition, please refer to the pictures, all dimensions are approx.
Historical and Collectible Significance:
The Order of the Crown is one of Belgium’s principal national orders. Officer class examples with WWII crossed swords and the “1940-1945” bar represent wartime-awarded decorations and are more desirable than standard civilian variants. Complete officer examples with rosette and period devices are sought after by collectors of Belgian and WWII decorations.
Summary:
Original Belgian Order of the Crown, Officer class, complete with rosette and WWII 1940-1945 crossed swords device. A solid wartime example with attractive display presence and strong collector appeal.