Description
One of the most famous Prussian awards. Awarded to high-ranking officials during World War I, this order consists of a white cross pattée, stamped and covered with enamel and silver.
It measures 38x38 mm. The Knight's Order of the Red Eagle, 3rd Class, was awarded to officers and minor nobles. This is a very beautiful award, a high-quality replica of which you can purchase right now. It is sold with a length of ribbon for wearing.
Historical reference.
Originally established on June 12, 1792, the order consisted of one class. On January 18, 1810, King Frederick William III revised the order's statutes, expanding them to three classes. On January 18, 1830, a breast star for the second class and a fourth class were added. In 1861, in connection with the coronation of William I, the Grand Cross was established as the highest class of the order. Numerous additions were added to the order (oak leaves, swords, swords on a ring, a crown, a bow, diamonds, jubilee numbers, and the Cross of the Order of the Knights of St. John).
