Order of the Estonian Red Cross, II Class Breast Star

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SKU: 01.EST.0106.104.01.000

Estimated market value:

$2800 USD

  • Order of the Estonian Red Cross, II Class Breast Star Obverse

Estimated market value:

$2800 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Estonia
  • Makers
    Roman Tavast, Tallinn
  • Composition
    Silver/Silver gilt/Enamelled
  • Size
    86mm
  • Image Licensing
    The II Class Breast Star image is attributed to the Republic of Estonia and is used in the public domain according to the Republic of Estonia Copyright Act, passed on November 11, 1992. It was sourced from the English version of the Decorations Act of the Republic of Estonia of December 19, 2007 available from the official website of the Republic: https://www.president.ee/en/estonia/decorations/images/00113019.pdf.

History


The Order of the Estonian Red Cross was established by the Estonian Red Cross Society in 1920. In 1936, it was adopted by the Estonian Parliament in the Decorations Act, which recognised it as a national award. It was later suspended during the Soviet occupation, but it was renewed in 1994 following the restoration of Estonian independence.

It is conferred upon individuals for humanitarian service in the fields of public health and social services, as well as for personal devotion to saving lives. It may also be awarded posthumously.

From 1920-1925, this Order was awarded in a single grade and from 1925-1936, it was awarded in 5 grades. It was expanded again when it was declared a national award in 1936 with the addition of three medals. It is presently awarded in six grades.
The Order of the Estonian Red Cross was established by the Estonian Red Cross Society in 1920. In 1936, it was adopted by the Estonian Parliament in the Decorations Act, which recognised it as a national award. It was later suspended during the Soviet occupation, but it was renewed in 1994 following the restoration of Estonian independence.

It is conferred upon individuals for humanitarian service in the fields of public health and social services, as well as for personal devotion to saving lives. It may also be awarded posthumously.

From 1920-1925, this Order was awarded in a single grade and from 1925-1936, it was awarded in 5 grades. It was expanded again when it was declared a national award in 1936 with the addition of three medals. It is presently awarded in six grades.

The II Class Breast Star is identical to the I Class Breast Star.

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