Romania, Republic. An Order of the Star of the People’s Republic, III Class in Case Hold & Co" (Arthus Bertrand) on

& Co" (Arthus Bertrand) on the pin

the second indicating that Hickman was entitled to the Queen's South Africa Medal with South Africa 1902 clasp

the end straps secured at the front with two small

Constructed of a silver Seipel cross with white enameled arms

most of whom lost their lives during the advance of the United States armed forces into Germany

Romania, Republic. An Order of the Star of the People’s Republic, III Class in Case Hold & Co" (Arthus Bertrand) onType I, 1948 Issue. A scarce decoration, in bronze gilt and enamels, featuring a red and blue enamelled five point star with clusters of smooth rays in each quadrant, the obverse medallion presenting the monogram RPR, reverse bearing the date 30 DECEMBRE 1947, measures 46. 6 mm (w) x 53. 3 mm (h), on original ribbon, light wear and areas of oxidation, remains very fine. Contained in the original case of issue, burgundy exterior marked Ordinul Steaua