Object number
6406.1.6
Title
Serbian Order of the White Eagle
Description
A knight badge (5th class) for the Serbian Order of the White Eagle in gold and enamels, awarded to Maj JW Douglas. The medal consists of a double headed silver/gilt eagle enameled white, bearing an oval shield with a white cross on a gilt surround and a fire-steel in each quarter. Above are crossed swords and a crown that has blue enameled ribbons. Reverse: The date '1882' in an oval with a red background. The medal is fitted with a loose ring suspender above the crown, the triangular ribbon is red and pale blue strips along the edges (when for military awards it should be plain red).
Date
1914 - 1918
Production period
World War One, 1914-1918
Dimensions
- Length: 100 mm
- Width: 50 mm