Socialist Republic Issue, Orange Enamel Version
Key Information:
• Country: Socialist Republic of Romania
• Order: Order of Tudor Vladimirescu
• Class: V Class Breast Star
• Established: 1966
• Version: Orange enamel variant for foreign recipients
• Dimensions: approx. 66.59 mm x 64.50 mm
• Material: Gilt metal with orange enamel
• Attachment: Horizontal pinback
Medal Design:
Gilt multi-rayed breast star with faceted radiating arms.
Obverse:
Central circular medallion depicts the bust of Tudor Vladimirescu against an orange enamel background with textured finish.
Surrounding inscription in Romanian:
“TUDOR VLADIMIRESCU”
The orange enamel version was awarded to foreign recipients.
Reverse:
Plain gilt reverse with horizontal pinback fastening.
Condition:
• Minor surface wear consistent with age
• Light marks to gilding
• Enamel intact
• Pin mechanism functional
• For condition, please refer to the pictures, all dimensions are approx.
Historical and Collectible Significance:
The Order of Tudor Vladimirescu was established in 1966 by the Socialist Republic of Romania. It was awarded for outstanding service to the Romanian state and socialist society.
The orange enamel version was specifically designated for foreign recipients, making it distinct from standard domestic issues. Decorations of the Romanian socialist period are increasingly collected within the field of Cold War and Eastern Bloc orders.
Summary:
An original Socialist Republic of Romania Order of Tudor Vladimirescu, V Class Breast Star, orange enamel variant for foreign recipients. A well-preserved Cold War era Romanian decoration.