Imperial German WWI Baden Order of the Zahringen Lion- Knight Grade with oakleaves.

Imperial German WWI Baden Order of the Zahringen Lion- Knight Grade with oakleaves.

Instituted on 26 December 1812 by Karl, Grand Duke of Baden, in memory of the Dukes of Zahringen and was bestowed in recognition of exceptional merit. The version offered is the issue with Swords which was awarded only for military services. It is a rather fabulous award being enameled in several colours and finished in lustrous gold plate. It was awarded by the State of baden during the First World War. Complete with its correct ribbon. This example has the addition of a set of golden oakleaves above the suspension ring.

The Imperial German WW1 gallantry decorations and military campaign medals offered by The Regalia Specialist are full size awards being die struck and carefully finished as closely as possible to original specifications.