German Albert Order Knight 1st Class Medal Replica Civil Division Type II 1850!

German Albert Order Knight 1st Class Medal Replica – Civil Division Type II 1850 with Swords

This is a finely crafted replica of the Albert Order (Albrechts-Orden), Knight 1st Class, Civil Division, Type II – one of the most prestigious decorations of the former Kingdom of Saxony.

Originally established on December 31, 1850, by King Frederick Augustus II, the order honored civil merit in science, art, philanthropy, and loyalty, particularly in the wake of the 1848 revolutions and the 1849 Dresden Uprising. Named after Duke Albert the Bold, this award symbolized Saxony’s royal heritage and commitment to distinguished service.

This reproduction follows the Type II design, introduced after 1876, featuring:

• A white-enameled Latin cross with gold borders

• A surrounding green oak leaf wreath with red acorns, symbolizing strength and resilience

• A gilded royal crown atop the cross

• The obverse shows the young portrait of Duke Albert with the motto “ALBERTUS ANIMOSUS” (Albert the Courageous) on blue enamel

• The reverse bears the Saxon coat of arms and the founding date “1850”

• Suspended from a green and white moiré ribbon with pin-back brooch

The original order had military and civil divisions and was awarded in multiple classes. The Knight 1st Class rank was conferred upon majors, captains, and other mid-level officers or distinguished civilians. By 1918, it became the most widely awarded Saxon order before being discontinued after the fall of the monarchy.

👉 This is a museum-quality replica intended for collectors, historical enthusiasts, and reenactors. Not an official decoration – for display and educational purposes only.